Unmanned. FAA Guidelines and Regulations for the Model Aircraft Pilot. Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Systems (UAS) Date:

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1 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) FAA Guidelines and Regulations for the Model Aircraft Pilot Presented by: FAA Safety Team AFS-850 Date:

2 Important Information Exits Restrooms Emergency Evacuation Breaks Sponsor Acknowledgement Mute Cell Phones & Pagers Other Information 2

3 Objectives What is a UAS? FAA Authority Model Aircraft (UAS) Operations What Regulation Dictates Registration of Small UAS? Major Provisions of 14 CFR Part 48 Registration of Small UAS Educational Efforts Points to Remember 3

4 What is a UAS? Unmanned Aircraft (UA) are Aircraft Model Aircraft Drones Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAS) UAS are defined as a system They are made up of the unmanned aircraft, remote controlling device, and the pilot 4

5 FAA Authority U.S. airspace is public space 49 U.S.C (a)(1) UAS are aircraft subject to regulation 49 U.S.C (a)(6); 14 CFR 1.1; PL , 336 An aircraft is any device used for flight. UAS must comply with regulations that apply to all aircraft Some state and local laws may impact UAS

6 Model Aircraft / UAS 6

7 Model Aircraft Operations PL Section 336 states that in order to be considered a model aircraft the operator must: Fly for hobby/recreation only Operate in accordance with a community based organization s safety guidelines Give way to manned aircraft at all times Notify the airport and control tower if flying within 5 miles of the airport For additional guidance, please visit and 7

8 Interpretive Rule FAA published guidance in June 2014 after incidents involving reckless use of unmanned model aircraft near airports and large crowds of people This guidance clarifies that: 1. Model aircraft must satisfy the criteria in the Public Law to qualify as model aircraft and to be exempt from future FAA rulemaking action 2. Consistent with the law, if model aircraft operators endanger the safety of the NAS, the FAA has the authority to take enforcement action against those operators for safety violations 8

9 Registration of your Small UAS Under current law, 49 U.S. Code 44103, all aircraft are required to be registered prior to operation outdoors Public Law defines UAS as aircraft and thus requires registration Let s take a look at the registration process 9

10 Registration Go to the website: 10

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18 Registration Marking and Operating your UAS before you fly Q45. Will my drone require an N-number or sticker? A. No. You will receive a unique registration number, not an N-number, and you must mark the registration number on your UAS by some means that is legible and allows the number to be readily seen. The registration number may be placed in a battery compartment as long as it can be accessed without the use of tools. 18

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20 Current Safety Concerns Unsafe UAS Operations Reports from pilots in flight of UAS operations near airports/manned aircraft Greater awareness has led to increased reporting Detailed reports enable the FAA to investigate if necessary Reports of UAS flying during sporting events TFR FDC NOTAM 4/3621 issued to restrict all aircraft operations around major sporting events, stadiums seating 30,000 people TFR specifically cites UAS as aircraft Reports of UAS flying over wildfires TFRs around West Coast wildfires restrict UAS operations 20

21 Education, Compliance and Enforcement FAA s primary approach to new UAS operators is education FAA has authority to take enforcement action against any persons who operate a UAS: In violation of Regulations (FARs) In a manner that endangers the safety of the National Airspace System (NAS) or people and property on the ground Enforcement could include: FAA civil penalties and/or subject to local statutes 21

22 Know Before You Fly Campaign Provides prospective UAS users with information and guidance to fly safely and responsibly Founding members: Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and the Small UAV Coalition FAA reached voluntary agreements with UAS manufacturers to include guidance materials in packaging DJI, Parrot and Yuneec Electrical Aviation 22

23 B4UFLY Mobile App Designed to provide model aircraft situational awareness of any restrictions or requirements prior to flight ios and Android versions now available Key features of the B4UFLY app include: A clear "status" indicator that immediately informs the operator about the current or planned location. Information on the parameters that drive the status indicator A "Planner Mode" for future flights in different locations Informative, interactive maps with filtering options Links to other FAA UAS resources and regulatory information 23

24 No Drone Zone Campaign Education campaign to inform people where they cannot fly No Drone Zones include: DC Flight Restricted Zone Wildfires Super Bowl Papal Visit Other DC Events Tied directly with TFRs Show up on B4UFly Digital toolkit of outreach materials available to partners 24

25 Points to Remember Before Flying Do a preflight inspection Register your UAS before you fly outdoors Fly below 400 feet If you fly with a local club, fly according to your aero-modeling community based safety guidelines Though not required, try to take lessons before you fly Fly within line-of-sight of your aircraft Don t fly near manned aircraft 25

26 Points to Remember Before Flying Don t fly within 5 miles of a towered airport without notifying ATC or the airport owner for a non-towered airport Don t fly near people, stadiums or emergency response efforts e.g. wildfires etc. Don t operate in a careless or reckless manner. You could be fined/jailed if you endanger people, property or other manned aircraft. All aircraft share the same airspace 26

27 Points to Remember Before Flying All suas are to be flown for hobby or recreation only no related business aspects unless authorized by the FAA Be aware of FAA airspace requirements: Never fly under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other impairment Use the FAA B4UFly App or other industry apps to check on restricted airspace. 27

28 Other Outreach FAASafety.gov hosts the suas Hot Topic link on the home page. Multiple informational documents are available to you there. Also Online at: faa.gov/uas/publications/ model_aircraft_operators/ 28

29 Final Thoughts All UAS are aircraft Unless authorized, UAS may only fly hobby or recreation use All aircraft share the same airspace you must communicate, avoid airspace conflicts, and maintain line-of-sight of your aircraft The UAS operator is responsible for knowing the rules and flying safely be aware of any requirements or restrictions BEFORE taking off Questions visit or ask the FAA 29

30 Report Unsafe suas Activity! While flying or at the airport: Report the sighting to Air Traffic Control Report to ATC or FAA Safety Hotline ( ) or at Note the location, altitude, and characteristics of the aircraft Anywhere else: Call local law enforcement Report to FAA Safety Hotline ( ) or at Be as detailed & specific as possible Note the location, altitude, direction, pictures, videos, etc. 30

31 Questions? 31

32 Addendum Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 48 32

33 14 CFR PART 48 REGISTRATION AND MARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT Subpart A General 48.1 Applicability Compliance dates Definitions Requirement to register Eligibility for registration Applicants Fees. 33

34 PART 48 REGISTRATION AND MARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT Subpart B Certificates of Aircraft Registration for Small Unmanned Aircraft Application Requirement to maintain current information Registration: Persons intending to use small unmanned aircraft for purposes other than as model aircraft Registration: Individuals intending to use the small unmanned aircraft exclusively as a model aircraft Invalid registration Foreign civil aircraft. 34

35 PART 48 REGISTRATION AND MARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT Subpart C Aircraft Marking General Display and location of unique identifier. 35