DON’T MAKE THIS DRONE MISTAKE | Why is the FAA after our Youtube channel??
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Today we’re talking about how to legally fly a drone for CZcams videos and some FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) laws surrounding drone flying. After someone anonymously reported us to the FAA, we were told we could not fly our drone until we passed the Part 107 test to become a commercial drone pilot. It was a bit scary, a lot confusing, but in the end we’re more confident drone pilots thanks to some amazing study materials from The Pilot Institute. Since Chris passed the Part 107, everything was going great until we received a SECOND call from the FAA again a couple of weeks ago. Thankfully, because Chris had his Part 107 license on hand, all was good and we didn’t receive any sort of fine. Today we’re answering more of your most frequently asked questions regarding what you should know before flying a drone or buying a drone. If you have a question we didn’t answer, be sure to ask us in the comments. :)
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0:00 - Introduction
3:00 - Your Most Common Drone Questions
3:45 - Who Is The FAA?
3:55 - How Does Someone Report You to the FAA?
6:58 - Who Needs the Part 107?
7:32 - Do I Need the Part 107 if My Drone Weighs 249 Grams?
8:51 - Can You Fly a Drone in National Parks?
9:30 - What Are The Roles for Flying the FPV Drone?
10:23 - I'm Planning on Visiting the USA Do I Need the 107?
10:55 - The Part 107 is for Safety Reasons?
12:24 - Why is the Part 107 Important?
14:48 - How Do I Prepare for the Part 107 Test?
16:58 - How Much Does It Cost to Get the Part 107?
17:27 How ofter do you have to take the Part 107?
17:39 - Our Final Thoughts
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Hey y'all! We're Chris + Sara (or as you know us, Let’s Be Us), a husband and wife digital nomad travel duo currently working and traveling full time with our pup, Kramer. We've always dreamed of traveling full time, and in May of 2018 we took the leap and made it happen! Today we're balancing work and fun everywhere between the Pacific and Atlantic. From hiking and cycling to tacos and coffee, we're trying to see and experience as much of this world as we can! While our home is currently on wheels in our DIY Sprinter van, our travels take us all around the world.
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I am sorry that you guys are having to deal with this. I am grateful that you have given us so much information because we have talked about getting a drone and want to make sure we do it correctly. Thank you so much for this video!
While I don’t have a drone or plan on ever getting one, I still enjoyed this video. I really appreciate your integrity. The world needs more people like you.
Thanks for being here Rhonda and always supporting our videos. It means a ton.
Same here. Really enjoyed the video. Even though we don't have a drone.
iIts illegal to fly almost anywhere. After looking into all the bullshit around drone flying I decided NOT to pursue this hobby. Too bad.
8:26 - Important clarification regarding registration of
I was going to mention that too. All drones being used under part 107 must be registered. I'll throw in that if somebody's not certified 107 they only need one registration for all their drones as opposed to a part 107 remote pilot who needs a registration for each drone.
Yep 25 seconds into the video and i knew what the issue was.
I really hate these alphabet agencies.
This drone license thing is out of hand I think it should be more free
You’re guys’ production quality is so good! Thanks for putting this out there. The more education the better! LMK if you ever want to collab!
You guys should definitely collab with Russ that would be great!
You's guys should due a grammer police video 2, its' very impotent to have propper punk-shoe-ation!
@@TommyGunsStudios Thank you for the reminder to pay attention to my grammar. By the way nice video about your town. Keep doing them.
Hey Russ. Can you address this in a video when you get time? People need clarification on this.
Commenter question about things specifically stated in this video:
"Please clarify about Part 107 requirement: What if I upload to CZcams or Instagram but have not monetized my content? (So, not making any money and still just a hobby.)"
My reply: Bit of a gray area. This channel states in the video that you must have a part 107 cert to post videos to CZcams. That's not true at all. It has everything to do with the intent of the flight. If you are flying strictly for fun/hobby/no intent on making money, you can absolutely post any video of that nature to social media. If you're trying to further a business, monetize said video, or make money, you need a 107 (this is called a money grab by the government). What's more, if you shoot a video with no intent on making money, and are later asked to sell the video for money, you can absolutely do that, because at the time of the flight, there was no intent to make money. Make sense? Just think to yourself, am I just having fun and enjoying flying, or has some one paid me to do this/do I want to sell my footage. We should always fly as safely as possible, and think about many scenarios we may encounter that could cause harm to a person or property. I definitely recommend the TRUST cert at very least, to familiarize yourself with some basics of being in the airspace with manned aircraft. Sorry this is so long, its just not clarified enough in all these you tube videos. good luck, and happy flying!
Stayed to the end. Thanks for the info help and keep up the good work.
We were watching back in 2020 on your first report. I had shared your first video then and some responses were “we are under weight”. This video gives a very clear of do’s and don’ts! And weight doesn’t matter if you have CZcams channel. Our drone….is only 2 years old and is still in the original box! Great video guys thank you!! ~Cara 😊
Wait until remote ID becomes required. Under the current FAA rule your Drone will have to transmit its registration number, location etc as well as YOUR location. This info will be available in real time to the public with a simple app. That means any nutcase with a cell phone can track down your immediate location and confront you or steal your equipment.
Yup. I already CCW when I fly because the world is full of low lifes.
Non compliance is the only answer.
It can also be used by businesses or other entities who wrongly think that they have the right to prohibit the public from flying over their property.
For example, there's a ski resort near me which posts on its website that drones are not allowed to fly over their property. Their property is in the middle of a beautiful National Recreation Area where drones are explicitly allowed, and where people do fly to capture great scenic video. Now, imagine being alone on the mountain and being confronted by goons sent out by the resort to stop you from flying.
@@ednafronkelbarger8601 Analog + GoPro FTW!
Not only do civil aviation can track you what does transmission and identification location transmission between the controller and the drone can be hijacked do you want to fly a $3,000 drone and get hijacked yes please say yes if you do
WOW! You 2 are possibly the nicest and most genuine people here on CZcams. I can only presume this person is jealous and just wants to try and upset your perfectly stacked apple cart. Feel so very sad for people like this. If only they'd actually watched the video where you studied for your licence - they would have never wasted their time 🙄Thanks for another great video though - we all love you both 🥰
Awe thanks for that Louise! Hope you're doing well and thanks for always supporting us. It means a ton!
No.
Funny enough this hobby has been regulated to non existence.
At most it has another year.
After over 100 years of model flight and building.
Google paid the FAA to buy and clear the airspace.
@@krotchlickmeugh627 : Interesting. Can you offer any proof on that?
A person who is successful and has money and is happy will not waste time for stuff like reporting people 😅that's so sad and pathetic.
@@horacesawyer2487 if you cant see it you must not be self aware
The graphics and storytelling the first few minutes are some of your best! I made sure to get my part 107 before we got monetized but I'm sure we could have been reported before that if someone was salty enough
So glad that you guys got the part 107 when you did! I remember the last time someone reported you and how stressful that must have been. This was so incredibly helpful though, thank you guys!
Thanks y'all! Hope you're doing well.
Ok! You two have earned it! That video was very informative and thank you for keeping everyone informed.
I originally found your channel because of your first FAA/drone video. I had just gotten a drone and I was searching around trying to get more information about the Part 107 test. I decided this would be a good project for this winter and just completed the Pilot Institute course and it is OUTSTANDING. Taking my test in a couple of weeks, and it looks like I will do just fine! Happy I found your channel!
Great video Chris and Sara, really appreciate the run through on this topic. I hope you continue shooting those beautiful videos!
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Anonymous tattle tales should not be allowed. If someone wants to go through the process of reporting, they need to be able to stand up and be identified. I would never report anything anywhere to anyone, without standing on my integrity, and not hiding behind my screen.
Today's society glorifies being cowards.
I find it hilarious that "Joe Shmoe" has some strong opinions about hiding behind a screen.
@@anticapitalize I am not going around ratting on people to the Feds. If I needed to report someone for something, I fill out the forms etc. I have happily went to court to back up something I reported.
If I needed to report a drone pilot to the FAA, 100% that person would know who I was, and why I reported them. Big difference than a youtube name.
In the us it’s called the 6th amendment and we have a right to face our accusers for criminal offenses. Tattle tail Karens for infractions, unfortunately, are legal.
But the system profits from such reports, cause most government employees are so damn lazy that they are only told what is happening for them to get off their chair and do some work.
Thank you for posting this stuff. Being transparent about these issues makes everyone more aware
Thanks for watching Craig!
Great video - well done! 👍 Good delivery and your presentation looked really natural.
Thank you for this informative video! You guys are great!
Great video! You all and Kara&Nate were the ones that made us realize we needed to get the Part 107. Took the pilot institute with Greg also and had no trouble passing. Such a great course. Thanks for sharing!😁
That is awesome!
Wonder if I should do pilot institute .. I have been studying on my own. I have also taken private pilot lessons. But certains thing I just can't retain
LOTs of GREAT information. Thanks 4 sharing. Cheers !
Thanks for watching!
Great video!! Very informative and well presented. All new drone owners need to see this.
I saw your video last year too. You are so welcome, glad you enjoy Hawaii :). This is good info and why everyone flying a drone should get the part 107 license.
I'm so glad you guys can laugh about it. Great video as always. So glad you took that test, you have some of the best drone footage out there.
Thanks for your kind words! We're just trying to turn lemons into lemonade.
I 100% agree on the Pilot Institute. I had intended to get my part 107 through finding my own resources and just figuring it out. I quickly learned I am way too busy (and not disciplined enough) to do that, so I also found Greg and the Pilot Institute. I have not tested yet - but I can tell you that I would NEVER have been able to do this without the Pilot Institute class!! I feel so much more prepared than I ever possibly could have bene on my own. Looking forward to scheduling that test soon!
Great video, more people need to see this!!!
This video is SO valuable to me. I have been creating training videos for work and is looking to expand into more. Getting the Part 107 is a must. Really appreciate this video. Thank you!
Wow thank you for your kind words Michael! Appreciate you watching it!
Thanks guys i loved the video very informative and explained
That's Awesome!!! 😂. Well done, and really informative! Hope you get your Tialand trip too😎🙌🏻
Great video! Wanted to add one note: While it is true that you don't have to register
Also Trust exam doesn't matter for weight.
Great Great great Video! Listen, I don't want to leave a thoughtless comment. The thing I appreciate about you both is your straightforwardness and your ability to help us to appreciate the necessity for the rules, the perspective of the FAA, and how to go about getting a good drone education so that you are able to become responsible drone pilot. I have really been looking around for a quality school that can take me through the part 107 prep. Knowing that you intentionally partnered with the school that you chose to utilize tells me a whole lot about school itself. Maybe some aren't impressed with sponsorship, but in this particular case you went to them because you believed in the product. That transparency for the folks (like me who genuinely want to become good drone pilots) is priceless. In any case, I just wanted to say thank you for a well thought out and produced video. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for your kind words Norman. If we're ever going to partner with anyone we always want ti to be 110% authentic and genuine. Thanks for being here!
You might also add that regardless of being a recreational, or professional Part 107 drone flyer you need the TRUST Completion Certificate (The Recreational USA Safety Test) which is free, and also available via the Pilot Institute.
No you dont need a TRUST certificate if you have 107. TRUST is for recreational flyers who dont have part 107.
Rite if u have the trust test why do u need 107..to fly your drone for money ..when u dnt even use have of wats on the 107 test ..and how u gonna tell wat to do with my drone and they cnt informed it ..unless your client said sumthing to them about your work ..smh smh ..another money grab
@@phantomf41 107 pilots now have to have the TRUST certificate as well.
@@phantomf41 All pilots are required to complete the TRUST. Takes 10 minutes.
@@51Drones Where in FAA website says that?
Great video and information!
I'm older so, " My generation and before have obviously failed " . You guys are great ! I'm subscribing, liked and sharing ! Thank you !
I liked this. A couple of honest people, I subscribed.
Thank you for all of this info it saves me a lot of time knowing everything I need understand in regards to some rules and regulations.
Great video! The Part 107 is necessary for all creators that want to fly a drone. I found a CZcams video from Tony Northrup and watched it several times, took notes, studied, and passed my first time taking the test. Stay safe in the skies everyone!
Link?
Great video, while I am just a recreational pilot and don’t ever plan on going commercial I may take the part 107 class just for educational purposes. I have taken a couple of free classes including TRUST through the Pilot Institute and I love their format. Keep up the good work.
Great content. Thanks for sharing.
I am learning and hopefully have soon the 107 ;-)
Cheers from LA!
Thanks for watching! Glad it helped!
I really like how you guys want to do the right thing and discourage cutting corners. I’m a CPA and I get questions about taxes from friends, and nobody likes my go-to answer of, “yes, you have to report that as income.” But doing it right from the beginning just makes everything that follows so much easier. If nothing else, that peace of mind is worth a lot.
Compliance is cowardice.
Very well done! Thanks!
Great video and thanks for sharing your experience and information 👍
Thanks for watching Johnny!
I am taking Greg's course right now I am 53% of the way through which puts me right in "airspace" and "charts" and since I haven't been in school for 30 + years I'm finding that is a whole lot more stressful then I would have ever imagined. But the pilot institute course is very comprehensive, very easy to understand and I am so happy I made the decision to enroll. I would recommend this course to anyone no matter what your flying experience. I have flown RC planes for decades and thought I knew a thing or two. Turns out I was wrong.
It was your first FAA video that encouraged me to get my Part 107. Now I'm just buzzing around Gig City having a great time! (and staying legal!)
Crazy story but not surprising. If it can happen to people like Ken heron it can happen to anyone lol. Congratulations on getting your part 107, I know how much time and effort it takes to get it! The best thing is that it was cleared up right away and that the troll didn't get to have any enjoyment out of it in the end. I decided to like and subscribe because I want to help fund your next trip and I would love to see the huge mega train semi trucks down under, that's my suggest 😁. Great video you guys.
Thank you for sharing this valuable information and the Q and A.
Glad it was helpful!
I'm glad in the UK CZcams is not considered commercial use for drones 😄
Just purchased the course from Pilot Institute. Thanks!
I just found your channel. Your content is excellent. Thumb up, subbed and shared.
Great informative video. Thanks for sharing both of your experiences with all of us.
The first video that I have watched from you two. New subscriber. Onward to 100k. Stay safe and enjoy your adventures.
Thanks for subbing Dwight! That means a ton. Hope you’re doing well!
As an old timer who just flies Model Airplanes (Not Drones) I fly under the exception to 107. For this reason I have not read all there is about it. Greatly enjoyed your very professional presentation. Thank you for the time you put into it.
You just got yourself another subscriber !
You guys are awesome and thank you for the knowledge on flying drones
Thanks for watching Steven!
Yeah, I thought a lot about getting the part 107, but I don't fly for the money. I fly for the love, and fun of flying.
I just love your videos, they are amazing and awesome. Thanks for sharing, take care and happy flying. 👍👍👍
Thanks for the info! I just unlisted the video I took with my drone. I am now going to work on getting my 107 before i post any more footage to youtube. I am a similar channel size to you so I probably need to get my 107 before i post on YT with the drone.
There are a lot of people that hate drones. They Watch videos to just report anything they can.. there's a lot of guys that have talked about reports they got. Even though talking to faa. Faa agreed they did nothing wrong.
No faa report that I know of. But I had a guy rip me apart for flying near a hawk. While I try to explain. Hawk fly to me. And I was flying away. U see me see the hawk and turn around and pick up speed
Well done video. I have my Part 107 for the drone, but I am also a Private Pilot. I have a number of videos of both my airplane flying and my drone stuff at my channel. Because I am a Private Pilot, not a Commercial Pilot (for my Single Engine Airplane Rating), I have to be really careful. While I can legally make money with my drone flying, I CANNOT make any money off my airplane flying. No loopholes, no get-out-of-jail free card...I just cannot do it. I have had a few people ask me about monetizing my CZcams channel, and I refuse to even consider it because losing my Private Pilot Certification is not something I would ever want to risk. I know of a lot of Private Pilots that have monetized CZcams channels that feature their flying videos, but I just feel that trying to do that is tempting fate with the FAA. The FAA does a pretty good job of sending certified pilots information of hot topics, just this week there was a letter to pilots talking about the misconceptions about "flying for hire" when it comes to passengers. I think this topic would really be one that is worthwhile for the FAA to proactively issue guidance. While I don't monetize my channel, if you are interested, would welcome the subscription. Here is a Safety Video for pilots coming into our local airport here in New Mexico. czcams.com/video/AmrAX7tSvvQ/video.html
Very nice, responsible video. Thanks.
I’m currently studying for my Part 107 and am using the Pilot Institute program. I couldn’t agree more. It’s a great course and this is something you just don’t want to pass. You really need to understand the rules and learn how to be a safe pilot.
Thank you for sharing. I’m planning on buying a drone and this is good info
WoW!!! Very interesting to know, thanks for share it.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this Chris and Sara. I was definitely one of those with the 249 grams drones not thinking that I needed the part 107.
If you don't plan too monetize then you don't need a Part 107. Only if you plan on making money off of your drone.
You don't need part 107, or to register your drone under 250g (well 0.55lbs technically - www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/), if you meet ALL of the 44809 exceptions (including having a TRUST certificate).
But if you don't meet all of the exceptions then you must have part 107
I have enjoyed your content! Subscribed,,
Good video for those who do not fly a drone a lot and this will hopefully help ours not go through what you did. As to registering a drone if it is being used during a flight covered under Part 107 you have to register it with you part 107 regardless of the weight. There are 2 types pf drone registration. Recreational (which does consider weight) and one number covers all your drones or Part 107 where each drone has a specific registration number. Also you guys are probably doing it to help speed up the video, but you can fly in national parks or even controlled air space with permission. which would probably be another 2 videos and I am sure you had to answer those questions on your test, So keep up the good work and keep those smiles going as it makes for much better videos.
Thanks for your comment! Appreciate your words and support!
Chris and Sara you guys are awesome y’all saved me so much headache I’m gonna look into taking the 107 test and register if I get a drone
So glad it was helpful! :) Best of luck on the Part 107!
Great informative video
You picked a good course. I signed up with them around Christmas. I'm not in a hurry to get my 107 yet. I love the videos you guys do. I hope you stop getting picked on!
Glad you got in the course! Thanks for your kind words.
Supper helpful for future reference thank you. Also glad it paid for your Hawaii trip 😁😂
Great advise...thank you very much !!🇵🇷
I like your videos and have noticed there are few other people in them. Drones can ruin a quiet hike. Just keep being responsible and keep the videos coming.
Thanks I just got my Part 107 & very cautious in reference to flying certain projects now.
CONGRATS ON GETTING THE PART 107!
You guys handled an adverse situation very well. Thank you I will also consider getting my part 107. I wish the person who reported you would have come to you first before reporting you. That’s not honorable behavior on that person’s part.
Thanks for your kind words! Hope you get your Part 107 it’s well worth it.
An important thing to note is even if you are flying for fun, you need part 107 in order to fly by different rules. Without part 107, the rules get so strict it can be hard to find a place to fly at all legally. Great video btw for sure. This will help a lot of people fly more responsibly.
Non compliance is the only answer.
Humoring a tyrannical over reaching government. Is to tell them "yes daddy, may i have some more
That’s not really correct. A part 107 is required “in furtherance of a business” but not if you are only flying recreationally. You actually have fewer restrictions flying recreationally than you do commercially. A good channel to clear that up is Ken Heron, he has a lot of videos about the difference in flying for fun or flying commercially.
Excellent video, thanks for putting this out. This video and one other convinced me to get my 107 even though I only fly recreational. One question: Do you ever submit preflight plans to the FAA for approval?
Great video!
Thank you!
Hey, thanks for the video. How much did the part 107 cost and how long did it take to complete?
Great video. I'm pretty new to flying my Mini 2 so this has been an interesting watch. I took my Mini 2 into Elan Valley recently to shoot a new vlog. Handled beautifully.
Thank you! Good luck on your flying!
It is so ironic that I am in the middle of taking the Part 107 course with Greg now. I only have a mini 2 but plan on upgrading to an air2s soon. Great Video Guys! Now that the Philippines are opening up to tourists again you can use your earnings to take a trip that way. 😀 Stay Safe you two....and Kramer too!
Great vid
Kudos to you both for taking what is surely a repeatedly frustrating situation for you personally and turning it into a learning/sharing opportunity for others! Way to rise above the pettiness of the “video police.”
Thanks John. We're hoping these videos help others with their drones too.
Thanks, eye opener!
Our pleasure!
Not again….🤦♂️ but I’m glad it was a quick conversation! And a nice little sponsorship too!
P.S. that “FAA watch list” is hysterical 😂
I put a lot of unnecessary time coming up with that list. - Chris 😂
new to your channel but whoever reported y'all is a lame! Glad to see you're educating everybody on it :)
Thanks for watching and glad you're here!
This is a great video. Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I'm a drone pilot myself. I think Pilot Institute is amazing. I already signed up and paid for my course through Mzeroa before I knew about Pilot Institute. Mzeroa is great as well. I'm scheduled to take my Part 107 at the end of this month and I'm studying every single day and watching video after video. We need educated and responsible drone pilots.
Sad news... But you guys as always are handling it like champs!
Good, concise info.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video. Have you encountered any issues flying a drone in different countries? I had one detained at an airport in Dubai because I didn't have their license and I hear you can receive a hefty fine in Canada if caught without a license.
Informative video. Still saving money for a drone; Just what I needed
Glad it was helpful!
Last September my daughter got married in Ooltewah, TN. I was talking to the videographer, and he said he was going to get some footage over the wedding venue. I asked him if he had a license. He had no idea what I was talking about. I looked up your video and showed it to him. I think he said he was going to watch it again. So there you go!
In the UK we used to have the Part 107 equivalent called the PFCO ( Permission For Commercial Operations ) Which required any drone used commercially to be covered by the PCFO. Then in December 2020 the UK adopted the EU policies which changed this to risk categories based on the weight of the drone. If it's under 250g you do not need to be certified here to fly commercially. So for some areas of industry where a Mini2 is sufficient it's a bonus! Having spent thousands on my PFCO only to find out 2 years later it was all changing, I chose to go for a sub 250g drone as I wasn't going to pay yet more money to relearn the same pilot schooling rebranded and packaged under a new title.
Well faa clicked liked and subscribed.
Thank you for posting this. I want to get my 107.
I have the DJI mini 2. I went ahead and registered it anyway. I also plan on taking the 107 test soon. I'll have all my bases covered!
Same drone, same plan. Great minds think alike. :)
Interesting video. Liked and subbed. I plan to take the Part 107 exam soon just so I have my options open for maybe making some money. For example, I'll be shopping for a home in the next year or so. Since I'm looking for a place in the country, I'll probably ask the realtor if I can take the drone up to get an overview of the property. Might pick up some jobs that way, and it would be nice to be ready. I'm retired, and drone work sounds like a fun way to pick up some extra dollars in my spare time.
I really liked your video and you presented this is a very nice way. I do have one issue with the situation in general. We are at a point now where you need a license to fly a plane, drive a car, operate a boat, ride a dirtbike in the woods, and much more. We wouldn't have walkie talkies if when they tried to regulate the radio waves the public ignored the rules enough that they were forced to create the Citizen Bands for CB radios. It wasn't all that long ago that I could ride my dirtbike in the woods and only needed to register the bike and truck but now it requires a license. What I'm saying is while I do think some regulation is a good idea, it is important we are careful and we can easily give away something that is near impossible to get back later. As it stands the 250g limit makes no sense, it's not low enough to really be safe and not high enough to allow experimentation in the hobby so vital for our future engineers, astronauts, etc to explore possibilities when playing in the hobby as youths. Right now the majority of the FPV hobbyist are breaking the rules, not because they want to be rebels but because the rules are set up in a way that crushes the hobby as it has been. Given enough law, everyone becomes a law breaker. Your video presents you experience in a very warm light and I'm glad it has gone well for you. But the FAA aren't your friends, they are just people doing a job, if something changes and their department is changed to being funded off fines, best believe they will be finding reasons to fine even you. Just look at drug seizures during the "War on Drug". Eventually that part of our government got to the point they can take Everything You Own, because you are Suspected of drug trafficking, people who were eventually proven innocent still didn't get their stuff or money back.
Oh my city was talking about needing a license for riding a bicycle a few years ago. I don't think it went through but wow.
I have a Part 107, and I'm almost positive that I need to register every drone I own, INCLUDING the sub 250gram ones. Each drone I have has its own unique FAA indentifier number. If I was flying just for fun, I would only have a single number for all my aircraft. And ....yes. The stadium flight was absolutely foolhardy. Great video. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Just discovered your channel as this video popped up. I'm planning on visiting the US from South Africa. I am a licensed drone operator in SA. Do you guys know if the FAA make provision for people that have their licenses from other countries? Or do I still need to apply for the US Part 107 specifically? Keep up the good work with your channel. Subscribed :)
No they dont.
While there are a lot of free information on Part 107 it makes it nice to have someone organize it and put it in one spot. each course is a little different. And people learn differently.
Awesome Channel !
Thank you, Patti!
OMG, Sorry. I asked the question before I finished the video and you already answered it.
I have been dragging my feet on getting my 107 for no other reason than I have been busy and there are only a few months where flying in Las Vegas, NV, is physically comfortable. Also, not many spots one can fly here without tower approval. I have not flown in the past year.
You are correct in that safety is a super important reason to get the 107. Here in Las Vegas, NV, the @LasVegasMetropolitanPolice Department loves to buzz our neighborhood below 400 feet. It happens almost every day. Imagine how dangerous that is.
As soon as we get settled up in Spokane Valley later this spring I will definitely be getting on getting my 107 and being square with @FAA.
You'll love Spokane Valley that's a great part of the country. Good luck on getting the 107 once you get settled. Thanks for watching Troy!
20 some odd years ago when none of this was a concern and before social media was a buzz word with uploads of videos. You could strap a lightweight Sony camera and link to your RC aircraft and fly as far up as you could see it while recording, then watching it with family and friends.
Today with the National Guard helicopters going overhead at 300 feet, they would have been filmed going underneath it.
We can all thank Team Black Sheep for flying in the clouds, Ali Shimano for flying across the China sea and a few others for flying across their farmlands rather than getting out and driving for getting the FAA's panties in a bunch.
Most of all was their knee jerk requirements for having a real commercial pilots license to film with a drone.
I'm an AOPA member and a friend who flys for United said this was "retarded" because you need a medical card as well as spending some $10 grand just for a PPL, then another $15 for instrument rating and finally give them more money for that commercial rating, not to mention that medical card expires every year until you're 65, then every 6 months afterwards......thank God for 107 sanity.
@@chrisandsara Just learned PSI Examination Services - Spokane is only 7 miles from the house. I thought I might have to journey to Seattle. :)
Will be sure to use your link when I enroll in the course.