25-Apr-2017, 01:18 PM (This post was last modified: 25-Apr-2017, 03:50 PM by Oscar.)
(24-Apr-2017, 04:19 PM)Grisha0 Wrote: question for the USA folks, what are the rules for visitors? - do i need to register my quad ? - do i need some permit?
I think it's different from state to state... for example, I know FPV has been banned in Los Angeles since late 2015... I am not from there, I hope someone from the US can chime in
25-Apr-2017, 01:29 PM (This post was last modified: 25-Apr-2017, 01:32 PM by sloscotty.)
(25-Apr-2017, 01:18 PM)Oscar Wrote: I think it's different from state to state... for example, I know FPV has been banned in Los Angeles since late 2015... I am not from there, I hope someone from the US can chimp in
I'm no chimp, but....
From the FAA: "Visiting foreign nationals must register their UAS upon arrival in the United States (online registration serves as a certificate of ownership)."
Hey Guy's, I just came across this article (published yesterday) regarding flying in the UK. As ever, England is following in the legal footsteps of the US, but it seems they have not considered the fact that the US law is in the process of being appealed against... So they are saying that craft over 250g must be registered...
[*]The government will implement a registration scheme and mandatory competency tests for all users of drones weighing 250 grams and above. [*]Work to create an authoritative source of UK airspace data will be “brought forward”. This source will “facilitate the implementation of geo-fencing and build greater awareness of airspace restrictions amongst drone users.” [*]The government will also explore further measures such as increasing penalties, creating new offences and reviewing the powers available to law enforcement agencies to enforce relevant law
30-May-2018, 05:07 PM (This post was last modified: 30-May-2018, 05:08 PM by vaxxi.)
Romania
Quadcopters enter into the "unmanned motorized civilian aircraft" category, therefore:
- always have visual contact, maximum 300 meters altitude at all times (local law HG 912/2010) - not allowed to take off/land in city areas - not allowed to fly over crowds (local law OMT 1338/25.10.2016) - if take off weight > 500 g, it has to be registered with the local air authority (local law OMT 1338/25.10.2016) - if take off weight > 15 kg, the pilot has to have a specific permit called "National flight permit" - if take off weight > 20 kg, the drone has to be insured (according to european law CE 785/2004) - photography/filming requires a permit from the National Defence Ministry (article 4 of local law HG 912/2010 for approval of flights in national air space)
Drone registration is done by filling out a few forms on the authority's website (which isn't working for a few weeks now), sending them by email and scheduling an appointment to install the identification chip and registration sticker (you need to go to the authority's offices in Bucharest, the country's capital). A payment of 90 EUR + VAT is required.
Points 1 to 5 pose no problem for me as I live outside of a no-fly zone, fly in parks, and there is no fun in flying above 120meters.
Point 6 is actually the biggest problem as far as I'm concerned. I think this rule is mainly created for the DJI type drone pilot. For politicians: drone == DJI They probably never thought /heared about FPV flying the way we do it.
So maybe officially it is not allowed to fly FPV even when you use a spotter. I only started 8 months ago and have yet to come across a an official. I have heard from other pilots that in the past there has been contact between officials/police and pilots. It seems that as long as the pilots don't bother other people and keep it save they will not object or issue a fine.
In Canada Drone pilots must follow the rules in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs). Part IX – Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systemscontains most of the rules that apply to drones up to 25 kilograms. You should read these regulations in full before you fly your drone for the first time. Drone pilots must carry a valid drone pilot certificate and only fly drones that are marked and registered. If you are flying a drone that is less than 250 grams, you do not need to register the drone or get a drone pilot certificate. Members of the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) may be exempt from Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations if they meet the conditions set out in Exemption NCR-011-2019.
Also in Canada While flying To keep yourself and others safe, fly your drone:
where you can see it at all times below 122 metres (400 feet) in the air away from bystanders, at a minimum horizontal distance of 30 metres for basic operations away from emergency operations and advertised events Avoid forest fires, outdoor concerts and parades away from airports and heliports 5.6 kilometres (3 nautical miles) from airports 1.9 kilometres (1 nautical mile) from heliports outside controlled airspace (for basic operations only) far away from other aircraft Don’t fly anywhere near airplanes, helicopters and other drones
Penalties You could face serious penalties, including fines and/or jail time, if you break the rules.
Fines for individuals up to $1,000 for flying without a drone pilot certificate up to $1,000 for flying unregistered or unmarked drones up to $1,000 for flying where you are not allowed up to $3,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk Fines for corporations up to $5,000 for flying without a drone pilot certificate up to $5,000 for flying unregistered or unmarked drones up to $5,000 for flying where you are not allowed up to $15,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk If you break more than one rule, you could receive multiple penalties.
There is a lot of information to digest and many rules (and I have read most of it).
My interpretation (short list) of rules for hobbyists is as follows:
1. Pilots must be registered either as a hobbyist/modeler or as a commercial pilot (107) and have license with them when flying. 2 If the drone is 250g (.55 lbs) or less, it does not have to be registered (but the pilot does). If the drone is between .55lbs and 55 lbs it can be registered online and the number permanently affixed. If the drone is over 55 lbs it must be registered by mail and the number permanently affixed. 3. Either fly line-of-sight or have a line-of-site spotter. 4. Fly at or below 400 feet...and other airspace restrictions (reference the website) including daylight/nighttime rules.
Also, the FAA considers commercial as anything that is in the furtherance of a business (whether paid or not) such as a farmer viewing his farm or photography other than for purely personal purposes. Any commercial flying requires a part 107 pilot's license.
There is a lot of information to digest and many rules (and I have read most of it).
My interpretation (short list) of rules for hobbyists is as follows:
1. Pilots must be registered either as a hobbyist/modeler or as a commercial pilot (107) and have license with them when flying. 2 If the drone is 250g (.55 lbs) or less, it does not have to be registered (but the pilot does). If the drone is between .55lbs and 55 lbs it can be registered online and the number permanently affixed. If the drone is over 55 lbs it must be registered by mail and the number permanently affixed. 3. Either fly line-of-sight or have a line-of-site spotter. 4. Fly at or below 400 feet...and other airspace restrictions (reference the website) including daylight/nighttime rules.
Also, the FAA considers commercial as anything that is in the furtherance of a business (whether paid or not) such as a farmer viewing his farm or photography other than for purely personal purposes. Any commercial flying requires a part 107 pilot's license.
the minimum weight rule goes away when the full implementation of the new regs that go into effect later this year around November. Even toy level sUAS must meet all requirements of the regs if flown outdoors.
Currently only the sUAS needs to be registered if non-commercial, no licensing or other paperwork is needed when flying other than having the sUAS appropriately marked. Later in the year you will need to take a small exam and will receive a certificate of completion at that point if you are a hobbist/non-commercial. You will need to have that certificate with you while flying. Even if you are not in the air when contacted by LE, it will be prima facie evidence that you will be flying or have flown and will need to have the appropriate certificate and the sUAS will need to be marked.
Krohsis, you are correct that currently you do not have to register (pilot or drone) if the weight is 250g or less. If we have to register in the future, I guess that just is what it is. Not a big deal, just want to stay legal. Thanks.