sUAS Pilot
Issued by
Kansas State University
Earner is certified by the FAA as a remote pilot; understands the safety and legal considerations for small UAS within the national airspace; can operate small multirotor aircraft in basic fundamentals; can apply knowledge in airspace classification, meteorology, emergency procedures, and aeronautical decision making during UAS operations.
- Type Certification
- Level Foundational
- Time Days
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Pass the FAA aeronautical knowledge exam: "Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG)"
Standards
In order to fly your drone under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration. This certificate demonstrates that you understand the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.