A.R.S. § 28-8281: Killing birds or animals; classification

A. Except as provided in subsection B, an aeronaut or passenger who intentionally kills birds or animals while in flight is guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor.

B. If authorized by the Arizona game and fish commission, the following persons may take coyotes by shooting from aircraft for wildlife and livestock management purposes:

1. An employee of the Arizona game and fish department.

2. An authorized employee of the United States government agency.