From Grok:
Flying a hobby quadcopter is among the safer hobbies, as it poses minimal risk of serious injury or death when done responsibly. No confirmed fatalities have been linked to hobbyist drones, and reported injuries are rare, typically minor, like scratches from crashes (e.g., a 2017 California incident with a cyclist). Compared to hobbies like skydiving, rock climbing, or even cycling, which have higher injury and fatality rates (e.g., cycling has thousands of injuries annually), drone flying has a low risk profile. Data from the FAA and drone communities shows most incidents involve property damage or no harm at all.
However, safety depends on following regulations (e.g., FAA rules in the U.S., like staying below 400 feet and avoiding restricted airspace) and using common sense, such as not flying over crowds or near airports. Risks increase with reckless behavior, like ignoring weather conditions or flying heavy drones (over 250g) without proper precautions. Compared to high-risk hobbies like motorsports or scuba diving, or even moderate-risk ones like skateboarding, drone flying’s low physical demand and remote nature make it one of the safer recreational activities, provided guidelines are followed.
