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Education, Training, Licensing

Education and Drone Safety

Whether you're flying for fun, or for hire, make sure you drone safely by following the FAA guidelines below.


  • History of Drone Users
  • What to say if they call your airport for permission to fly
  • The new rules
  • Recap of Recreational Drone Laws 


Fly under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft 


  • Fly for hobby or recreation ONLY
  • Register your UAS
  • Register your flight with B4UFly
  • Follow community-based safety guidelines and fly within the programming of a nationwide community-based organization
  • Fly a model aircraft under 55 lbs. unless certified by a community-based organization
  • Fly within visual line-of-sight
  • Never fly near other aircraft
  • Notify the airport and air traffic control tower prior to flying within 5 miles of an airport
  • Never fly near emergency response efforts


Fly under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107)

 

  • Fly for recreational OR commercial use
  • Register your UAS
  • Register your flight with B4UFly
  • Get a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA
  • Fly a drone under 55 lbs.
  • Fly within visual-line-of-sight*
  • Don't fly near other aircraft or over people*
  • Don't fly in controlled airspace near airports without FAA permission*
  • Fly only during daylight or civil twilight, at or below 400 feet*

 

* These rules are subject to waiver.

Remember, it is up to YOU to ensure that you're flying in a safe and legal manner. Aviation, while incredibly rewarding and fun, requires a very high commitment of accountability and responsibility!

More links to help keep you safe!


  • FAA UAS News
  • UAS Registration
  • UAS for Airport Operators FAQ


Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) Airports in Pennsylvania increase access for drone pilots into controlled airspace.


ABE Lehigh Valley Intl ALLENTOWN PA

AGC Allegheny Co PITTSBURGH PA

AVP Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Intl WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON PA

BFD Bradford Rgnl BRADFORD PA

CXY Capital City HARRISBURG PA

DUJ Dubois Rgnl DUBOIS PA

ERI Erie Intl/Tom Ridge Fld ERIE PA

FKL Venango Rgnl FRANKLIN PA

IPT Williamsport Rgnl WILLIAMSPORT PA

LNS Lancaster LANCASTER PA

MDT Harrisburg Intl HARRISBURG PA

PHL Philadelphia Intl PHILADELPHIA PA

PIT Pittsburgh Intl PITTSBURGH PA

PNE Northeast Philadelphia PHILADELPHIA PA

RDG Reading Rgnl/Carl A Spaatz Fld READING PA

THV York YORK PA

UNV University Park STATE COLLEGE PA

Pennsylvania Drone Association

Training

Licensing

Find an Approved FAA Part 107 Testing Centers

Drone Safety Awareness Week Nov. 16-22

UAS Laws, Regulation and Enforcement

 The drone industry is constantly evolving. This session will provide attendees with current information on regulatory and legal developments. 

Remote ID

 The pathway to widespread drone integration into the national airspace hinges on the development of several key technologies. Remote ID is on its way to becoming an industry standard. Learn more in this session about how the technology works and how the industry is preparing for its integration.

A State's Approach to UAS

Say something interesting about your business here. Pennsylvania has fallen behind when it comes to UAS integration. State officials from across the nation will speak about their successes and lessons learned, as well as how Pennsylvania can position itself to succeed. 

UAS in Higher Education

Education on drones is gaining traction as college and universities across the country are beginning to offer drone certification and degree programs. Get insider knowledge and opinions on what’s next in higher education for the drone industry. 

Behind the Scenes Look at Public Safety UAS Programs

 UAS operation in an emergency response scenario can be inherently complex. In this session, experts will share information about their public safety UAS program. 

What's Next for Public Safety UAS

 Drones are quickly becoming a go-to resource for public safety organizations worldwide. Hear professionals describe why drones are invaluable in their applications for public safety, and what the future of drones in the public safety realm will be. 

Bridging the Gap Beyond Part 107

 Having a Part 107 license is only part of the process to becoming a professional within the drone industry. Gaining a mastery of manual flight control inputs is key. This session will discuss how training programs and industry standards are developing unmanned pilots for real-world scenarios. 

What's Next UTM & UAM

 Remote ID, Unmanned Traffic Management and Urban Air Mobility are terms used when discussing the future of UAS. Learn from the experts about what’s next for the national airspace and its technological advancements. 

Leveraging your Assets – UAS to Support Search and Rescue and Damage Assessments

 Drones are becoming a powerful tool for search and rescue and crisis events. This session will give attendees valuable insights on how drones are making a difference and saving lives. 

Drones for Good – Public Safety Edition

 Drones are becoming an essential tool for first responders during lifesaving situations. Hear from first responders on how drones are being used to save lives. 

Achieve Situational Awareness

How Next-gen Skydio Autonomous Drones Revolutionize Public Safety 


  • Skydio’s background serving first responders
  • How Autonomy revolutionizes public safety operations
  • Skydio solutions and their practical applications

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