Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

URL: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107
Regulation Reference Cite 14 C.F.R. part 107
Report Due Date (Actual) N/A
Level Requirement
Oversight Unit PUBLIC SAFETY AND POLICE SVS
Person Responsible Michael Bath
Secondary Person Responsible TBD
Description

  • 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.
Contacts and Data Sources

Mike Bath