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Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)/Drone users who want to fly for commercial use (such as providing aerial surveying or photography services) or fly incidental to a business (such as performing roof inspections, real estate photography, or using a drone for any business purpose) must follow the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) final rule for small, unmanned aircraft that went into effect on August 29, 2016. The most recent modification to the Rule, known as the Operations Over People rule became effective on April 21, 2021. Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 107 is the Small Unmanned Aircraft Rule, also known by its short name, 14 CFR 107 or Part 107. Want to learn more about Part 107? Read the law here: Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 14, Part107
This rule includes operational limitations, requirements for certifications and responsibilities of the remote pilot in command, and aircraft requirements. You can download the FAA summary of the rule here.
For new pilots, to become a pilot you must:
Study for the Knowledge Test
Review Knowledge Test Suggested Study Materials provided by the FAA.
Obtain an FAA Tracking Number (FTN)
Create an Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) profile prior to registering for the knowledge test.
Schedule an Appointment
Take the Knowledge Test at an FAA-approved Knowledge Testing Center. The fee to schedule the Knowledge Exam is $175.
Complete FAA Form 8710-13
Once you've passed your test, for a remote pilot certificate (FAA Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application) login the FAA Integrated Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application system (IACRA)* to complete FAA form 8710-13. Note: it may take up to 48 hours from the test date for the knowledge test to appear in IACRA. A confirmation email will be sent when an applicant has completed the TSA security background check. This email will provide instructions for printing a copy of the temporary remote pilot certificate from IACRA.
If you are already a manned licensed pilot, the process is different, conducted online and is free.
For existing manned pilots (Part 61 certificate holders), eligibility:
Requirements for Remote Pilot Certificate:
You can learn more about the overall certification process by visiting the FAA website page devoted to explaining the Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate rules and process: https://www.faa.gov/uas/
For existing Remote Pilot certificate holders:
Initial (first-time earned) Remote Pilot Certificates are valid for two years. After the first two years, in order to continue to exercise the privileges of a Remote Pilot Certificate, drone pilots are required to complete a recurrent training course and pass a recurrent knowledge test within 24 calendar months of the issue date of their initial Remote Pilot Certificate. The good news is that as of April 2021, this process is now only available online and the cost is free.
The difference between the initial and recurrent knowledge test/online training course is the cost, length, and degree of difficulty. The proctored test center knowledge test required for your Initial Remote Pilot Certificate is much more comprehensive in scope and complexity, includes testing your knowledge of sectional charts, and costs $175 per exam. The recurrent, online exam is much easier and it's free. Both versions now include questions about routine operations over people and routine operations at night.
After passing your inital or recurrent Aeronautical Knowledge Test, here are your next steps:
Please note for all Remote Pilot certificate holders: Effective April 21, 2021, the FAA has modified its rules regarding how the certificate holder stores and displays his or her knowledge test report or course completion certificate, in addition to other documents.
As of April 21, 2021, any Remote Pilot is required to provide a hard copy (electronic version is NOT accepted) of picture ID, Remote Pilot Certificate, Proof of Currency (Recurring Certificate), Aircraft Registration, and any other "required FAA Documents" upon any request from someone with the following agencies:
This means a physical copy (plastic/paper) of the documents must be available while out in the field. An electronic version of these documents, even if available on your phone/tablet/laptop are not acceptable. A physical copy of all applicable documents must be shown if requested by any of the above agencies! If you do not comply, you are not in compliance with Part 107.