
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) - Federal Aviation Administration
Whether you’re a public safety drone operator, certificated remote pilot, model aircraft flyer, or a drone racer, you’re in the right place to learn about integrating these new entrants into our national airspace system.
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Register your drone with the FAA and manage your drone operations.
Become a Certificated Remote Pilot | Federal Aviation Administration
Feb 15, 2024 · In order to fly your drone under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This certificate demonstrates that you understand the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.
How to Register Your Drone | Federal Aviation Administration
Mar 18, 2024 · Learn more about how to registering drones over 55lbs. Once you register your drone, you will receive an FAA registration certificate. You must have your registration certificate (either a paper copy or digital copy) in your possession when you fly.
Getting Started - Federal Aviation Administration
Dec 19, 2024 · FAA.gov is the official website of the U.S. Government to learn the rules, requirements, and regulations to fly your drone for fun or for work. You can take TRUST at an approved test administrator and register drone at FAA DroneZone. Flying your drone for research or education? We can help you too.
What To Know About Drones - Federal Aviation Administration
Jan 14, 2025 · More and more people are using drones, which means more people are noticing them in the sky. The FAA gets a lot of questions when people spot drones in their communities so we’re answering some of the most common ones about drone use and safety.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations (Part 107)
Oct 6, 2020 · The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules for small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), or “drone,” operations cover a broad spectrum of commercial and government uses for drones weighing less than 55 pounds.
Recreational Flyers & Community-Based Organizations
Oct 10, 2024 · Fly at or below FAA-authorized altitudes in controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and surface Class E designated for an airport) only with prior FAA authorization by using LAANC or DroneZone. Fly at or below 400 feet in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace.
What the FAA Layoffs Mean for Air Safety - TIME
1 day ago · Along with all its air traffic controllers at airports, the FAA also regulates drones and rocket launches and looks for missile threats.
Drone Regulations: What You Need to Know - PCMag
Dec 15, 2023 · First off, if your drone weighs more than 8.8 ounces or 250 grams (most consumer models do), you need to register for an FAA identification number. The cost is nominal: $5. Your Abraham Lincoln...