What are the rules to fly your drone in 2024?
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Published 2021-06-26
This video will explain the nine requirements for operating under 49 USC 44809 for recreational UAS pilots. Remember! If you fail to meet one of these requirements, you are now operating under Part 107!
If you are part 107 certified, you must choose which set of rules to operate under prior to your flight. You are not permitted to change rules halfway through your flight.
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0:00 Introduction
0:25 Part 107 vs Recreational (44809)
3:35 #1 Fly for recreational purposes
6:28 #2 CBO Guidelines
8:59 #3 Visual Line of Sight
10:13 #4 Give way to manned aircraft
11:15 #5 Get airspace approval
13:12 #6 Fly no higher than 400 feet
14:15 #7 Take the TRUST test (trust.pilotinstitute.com/)
15:40 #8 Registration
16:44 #9 Don't fly dangerously
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The nine requirements to fly recreationally under USC 44809
1. Fly only for recreational purposes (enjoyment).
2. Follow the safety guidelines of an FAA-recognized Community Based Organization (CBO).
3. Keep your drone within the visual line of sight or use a visual observer who is co-located (physically next to) and in direct communication with you.
4. Give way to and do not interfere with manned aircraft.
5. Fly at or below 400' in controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and E) only with prior authorization by using LAANC or DroneZone.
6. Fly at or below 400 feet in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace.
7. Take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) and carry proof of test passage.
8. Have a current registration, mark (PDF) your drones on the outside with the registration number, and carry proof of registration with you.
9. Do not operate your drone in a dangerous manner. For example:
a. Do not interfere with emergency response or law enforcement activities.
b. Do not fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
All Comments (21)
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This video has been UPDATED: https://youtu.be/UZfZWETPYAc
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I bought a Holy Stone drone and now think it might have been a mistake. I registered it, did the TRUST test, have flown it from my home which is a challenge with trees, fences, bushes, etc. The problem are restrictions everywhere. We have a natural park within a half mile but you can't fly there, schools with large open areas and generally no one around, can't fly there. In order to join a group of RC plane operators it will cost me $150 per year and I must schedule my flights well in advance , like 2 weeks is recommended. So far in doing the research I have found no place reasonably close to fly. This is not what I had in mind. This is not "fun" or recreational.
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Just got my first drone. I appreciate this video, thank you so much for explaining the rules to where they are easy to understand and follow.
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I am 81 years old and started flying model airplanes in the late 40s. I have flown R/C pattern competition, control line, and free flight. When the government started regulating the model hobby I hung up all my planes rather than have the FAA come to my house to confiscate all my planes because someone else screwed up. Also, if they cannot tell the difference between free flight, and control line as not being drones, they do not know the difference between cars and airplanes. But they love to control people and could care less they have destroyed a great hobby. I am retired and on a fixed income and have no provisions for 10,000 dollar fines. It makes no sense to me. I have no desire to go to court to let two lawyers decide my fate. Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. No matter what you do with your planes they will find a way to destroy your life. Not worth it. A control line airplane is no different than a kite never getting over 70' from the flyer.
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Great information...I was just having this conversation with my friend and this is exactly what I needed to know. I plan on enrolling in your course in the near future.
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Thank you so much I passed the trust exam yesterday it was easy and I learned a lot, I hope to be starting the part 107 with pilot institute soon I look forward to Learning more every day.
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I took his course and passed my exam. He is very knowledgeable with the regulations , airspace etc .
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Just getting into flying drones. I'm a pilot with an ATP certificate and over 13,000 flight hours. This is all new to me and well explained! Thank you for all the info. I needed this!!
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I am a novice recreational flyer with my DJI drone for about two years now. I have learned more from 3 of your videos than others combined, thank you. I plan to watch many more.
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This was valuable information for sure. I was not aware of the TRUST exam until today. I took the free offered program and passed. It did take the full 30 minutes as described. I subscribed and clicked the bell so I can keep up to date on any new regulations. Thanks.
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Thank you. I've been trying to find out a definite answer to what a cbo is and this answered it. I appreciate you guys.
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Great Info! Thanks for taking the time to give us great tips. Will definitely save this video for guidelines.
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Very good video!!! We need to get this knowledge to every corner of the drone community!!!
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I'm an attorney who just got into drones. This was an excellent explanation of the the law itself and how it works. Greetings from Puerto Rico!
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Thanks again. Information is always prompt and to the point. Appreciated. Note-I purchased the Drone Manuvers Mastery which has 50+ exercises to learn how to fly the drone better (much better). Though I have not finished it yet - I'm enjoying it and and Glad I bought it.
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Thank you I did my two Free Course - Recreational Flying Made Easy, Mavic Air 2 Deep Dive. Thank you again for doing all the hard work for us so we can keep enjoying flying our Drone. 🇺🇸 👍🏻
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I got my part 107 with Pilot Institute. Great school. I highly recommend this course. I took it, I passed on the first try and I now have a drone business. Thank you Greg and the gang. FYI I am not a compensated rep. I am a real student.
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Newbie from Texas. I REALLY appreciate the free informational videos. Just getting started and will be working through the basics and hopefully on to 107 certificate eventually. 👊🏻🤙🏻
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Thanks for the sharing I passed the test this morning it was pretty easy as you reported
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I'm just getting into Drones (just bought a mavic 3 pro and avata) and I love the YouTubers in this community! Such a down-to-earth, respectful, knowledgeable, and helpful group of people! Love yall!
