Existing Part 61 pilots are well-suited to obtain a Part 107 commercial drone certification, as they already possess approximately 75% of the required knowledge, simplifying the certification process.

Drone licensing depends on intent: commercial use (any profit or benefit) requires a Part 107 remote pilot certification, while recreational flying (for fun) does not, though recreational pilots must ...

The data gathered was from a source in the FAA which requested to remain anonymous. It is current as of October 18, 2016. 1. Remote Pilot Pass Rates Are Close to Private Pilot Knowledge Test Pass ...

The FAA is planning on releasing Part 107 this Tuesday June 21st. A little birdy leaked some info to me and Part 107 provides for individuals to obtain their “Remote Pilot Certificate.” This is ...

With its first regulation allowing routine use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in national airspace now in place, the FAA is moving ahead with its next rulemaking actions to expand beyond the ...

MINUTES. ALL RIGHT, MARQUISE, SEE YOU THEN. MEANTIME, THE COMPANY BEHIND THE HOLIDAY DRONE SHOW IN LAKE EOLA IS FACING MORE PROBLEMS TONIGHT AFTER THE FAA ISSUED THEM A SUSPENSION. THE NEWS COMES AS ...

There are several guidelines all drones operating in U.S. airspace must follow, such as remaining within the pilot’s line of sight. But there are waivers the FAA is granting for some ...

If you want an FAA waiver to fly a Part 107 unmanned aircraft system (UAS) over the normal limit of 400 feet, you better be familiar with your operating airspace and ready to describe it in detail, ...