Pilot Proficiency

Everything You Need to Know about Drone Laws

Friday, May 04, 2018 at 10:00 PM ET

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Drone rules in plain English. Daniel Herbert/Skygear Solutions

Key Takeaways:

Commercial drone operations under Part 107 require adherence to specific rules, including maintaining visual line of sight, daylight-only flights (with anti-collision lighting during civil twilight), altitude/speed limits, and obtaining ATC approval for controlled airspace.
A remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating is mandatory for Part 107 operations, obtainable by passing an aeronautical knowledge test or by completing an online course if already a Part 61 pilot, with recurrent training required every 24 months.
Drones weighing over 0.55 pounds must be registered with the FAA, and violating safety regulations can lead to significant penalties, with an existing pilot certificate holder's status considered an aggravating factor in enforcement actions.

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Relevant Discussion: FAR part 107, AC 107-2