- Institutions are permitted to use small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the National Airspace System for purposes that include research and development and educational/academic uses, provided that the institution follows operation and certification requirements.
- An uncertified person, such as a student, may manipulate the controls of a small UAS, provided that: (1) They are under the direct supervision of a certified remote pilot in command; and (2) the remote pilot in command is capable of taking over controls at any time during the flight.
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