Drone Safety Tips

Got a drone? Whether you’re a novice drone pilot or have many years of aviation experience, rules and safety tips exist to help you fly safely in the National Airspace System.

Think of these tips as a pre-flight checklist to help you fly safely.

*NOTE: Information regarding the FAA applies to those in N. America only. All other tips are universally applicable.

Getting Started

  • Register your drone
  • Fly your drone at or below 400 feet
  • Keep your drone within your line of sight
  • Be aware of FAA Airspace Restrictions
  • Respect privacy
  • Never fly near other aircraft, especially near airports
  • Never fly over people, public events, or stadiums full of people
  • Never fly near emergencies such as fires or hurricane recovery efforts
  • Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Operating Your Drone

The FAA rules you need to follow while flying your drone will depend on what your mission is.

Not sure what type of a drone user you are? FAA can help you!