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. Are you a first time pilot or an existing Part 61 Certificate holder?
More importantly, drone safety is the law. Find relevant resources below according to how you use your drone. 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.
Getting Started Congratulations on your new drone! Whether you're a novice drone pilot or have many years of aviation experience, rules and safety tips exist to help you fly safely in the National Airspace System (NAS). Use this guide to help you understand which rules you'll need to follow when you fly your drone:
The Operations Over People rule became effective on . Drone pilots operating under Part 107 may fly at night, over people and moving vehicles without a waiver as long as they meet the requirements defined in the rule.
You may request to fly specific drone operations not allowed under part 107 by requesting an operational waiver. These waivers allow drone pilots to deviate from certain rules under part 107 by demonstrating they can still fly safely using alternative methods. To learn more about Part 107 waivers and get started, navigate to the Waivers page.
Drone pilots who have Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification can now take their required training courses online. The training ensures that they have the knowledge necessary to operate in accordance with the Operations Over People rule when it becomes effective on .