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Tennessee Drone Laws & Regulations
Overview of drone regulations in Tennessee (TN). In addition to federal FAA rules that apply everywhere in the US, Tennessee has state-specific laws governing drone operations, privacy, and restricted areas.
Key State Laws
TCA 39-13-903 (2016)
Prohibits using drones to capture images of individuals on private property without consent.
TCA 39-14-502 (2018)
Makes drone interference with critical infrastructure a crime.
Restrictions
- No photographing individuals on private property without consent
- No flying over critical infrastructure
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park prohibits drones
Penalties
Class C misdemeanor for privacy; Class E felony for critical infrastructure
Local Flying Notes
Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville have active FPV communities. Great Smoky Mountains NP strictly prohibits drones. Good year-round flying weather in most of the state.