North America
United States
FAA rules plus state and local launch rules
Good for travel pilots if you use B4UFLY or LAANC and understand the FAA registration split between recreational and Part 107 flights.
Bring itNo special tourist import path for normal consumer drones, but local launch sites can still ban takeoff and landing.
Register itFAADroneZone registration is the official path. Basic registration is valid for 3 years.
Fly itRecreational flyers use TRUST, follow community safety guidelines, and register at FAADroneZone if the drone is 250 g or heavier.
Map checkUse B4UFLY for awareness and FAA-approved LAANC providers for controlled airspace authorizations.
Before departure
- Take TRUST for recreational flights or hold Part 107 for business flights.
- Register the drone if required at FAADroneZone.
- Check B4UFLY, NOTAMs, TFRs, and local launch rules before flying.
- Max altitude
- 400 ft AGL for normal small UAS operations.
- Commercial work
- Commercial or business flights require Part 107. Any Part 107 drone must be registered, even under 250 g.
Official links
Last checked 2026-06-27. Use the official links before flying.
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