An aeronaut or passenger who does any of the following while in flight over a densely inhabited area or over a public gathering in this state is guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor:

Attorney's Note

Under the Arizona Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class 1 misdemeanorup to 6 monthsup to $2,500
For details, see § 13-707

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Terms Used In Arizona Laws 28-8279

  • Aeronaut: includes any aviator, pilot, balloonist and other person participating in the operation of aircraft while in flight. See Arizona Laws 28-8201
  • Passenger: includes a person who rides in aircraft but has no part in its operation. See Arizona Laws 28-8201
  • State: means a state of the United States and the District of Columbia. See Arizona Laws 28-101

1. Engages in trick or acrobatic flying or in any acrobatic feat.

2. Except while landing or taking off, flies at a low level that endangers persons on the surface beneath the flight.

3. Drops an object, except loose water, loose sand ballast or loose sheets of paper.