Is formation flight permitted?

Answer

Formation flight is permitted only by prior arrangement with the pilot in command of each aircraft in the formation. No aircraft carrying passengers for hire may fly in formation.

14 CFR § 91.111

Read the full regulation — 14 CFR § 91.111

Part 91
Section 91.111
§ 91.111 Operating near other aircraft.

(a) No person may operate an aircraft so close to another aircraft as to create a collision hazard.

(b) No person may operate an aircraft in formation flight except by arrangement with the pilot in command of each aircraft in the formation.

(c) No person may operate an aircraft, carrying passengers for hire, in formation flight.

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