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For emergency services operations, are the on scene emergency personnel in which the UAS or drone assists considered "participants"?

Only the UAS or drone crew are considered participants, not the emergency response personnel. You may need to use the Special Governmental Interest (SGI) process for a temporary, emergency waiver if operating under Part 107. If you fly as a Public Aircraft Operator (PAO), you have that ability in life safety situations.
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Still can't find what you are looking for? Please feel free to contact the UAS Support Center for general questions and comments.