“Will I have to get a FAA part 107 certification to fly this for recreation?”
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NOPE, 249 grams. But, if you’re near an airport like I am, you’ll have to ask for authorization every 24 hours. Once you’ve done it a few times, they may stop with authorization mode.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No, as long as you understand the FAA's definition of recreation. They have quite a few of don't do things, so one would be wise to at least read up on the rules. I decided to pursue the remote pilot license because it does open some doors.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Be careful with the answers provided. You do not need to sell footage from your drone to need a 107 certification/license. It is all about the intent of your flight. If you are going out to fly just for fun and your own enjoyment, that is recreational flying. Even something as innocent sounding as agreeing to fly over your friends house to check his/her gutters for free would not be considered recreational flying.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.As of May 18 2022: You will have to pass the FAA’s TRUST exam before you can fly legally as a recreational pilot. Because the drone is under .55lbs (with the stock battery configuration) you do not have to register it. If you choose to get the extended flight batteries then the FAA will require you to register the drone which is only $5 and valid for 3 years. https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/knowledge_test_updates/
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.FAA Part 107 cert is for commercial selling of drone photos/videos and is not required for recreational flying.
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