FAA Drone Rules: The Ultimate Guide to Flying Legally

 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.  Federal law requires pilots flying drones that require registration, to show their certificate of registration to any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer if asked. The FAA requires that you label all drones with your registration number before you fly them  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.  This information will help law enforcement and public safety professionals understand safe drone operations and their authority. Operate a Drone, Start a Drone Program; Understand Your Authority: Handling Sightings and Reports; Access Our Public Safety Toolkit; FAA Contacts for Law Enforcement  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.

 Federal law requires pilots flying drones that require registration, to show their certificate of registration to any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer if asked. The FAA requires that you label all drones with your registration number before you fly them  WASHINGTON –Final rules take effect today for remotely identifying drones and allowing operators of small drones to fly over people and at night under certain conditions.