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 …
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 …
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) | Federal Aviation Administration
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 …
Certificated Remote Pilots including Commercial Operators
If you have a small drone that is less than 55 pounds, you can fly for work or business by following the Part 107 guidelines. To fly under Part 107 rules, there are 3 main steps.
How to Register Your Drone | Federal Aviation Administration
Mar 18, 2024 · 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.
The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) | Federal Aviation …
Nov 18, 2025 · If you fly your drone recreationally under the Exception for Recreational Flyers, you must pass the test before you fly. TRUST was developed in collaboration with drone stakeholders to …
Do I need permission from the FAA to fly a UAS or drone for recreation ...
Do I need permission from the FAA to fly a UAS or drone for recreation or as a hobby? There are two ways for recreational or hobby UAS or drone fliers to operate in the National Airspace System in …
Recreational Flyers & Community-Based Organizations
Nov 19, 2025 · The rule for operating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones under 55.0 pounds in the National Airspace System (NAS) is 14 CFR Part 107, referred to as the Small UAS Rule.
Operate a Drone, Start a Drone Program - Federal Aviation …
Jun 2, 2022 · Government agencies (including Federal, State, and tribal), law enforcement, and public safety entities have two options for operating drones under 55 pounds. Fly under 14 CFR part 107, …
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations (Part 107)
Oct 6, 2020 · To operate the controls of a drone under Part 107, you need a remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating, or be under the direct supervision of a person who holds such a certificate.