Rules and Safety

Where you can fly, what the basic US rules are, and how to be a considerate pilot.

• Rules and SafetyDrone Rules for Beginners in the US: FAA Basics

  Learn the basic FAA drone rules every US beginner must know: the TRUST test, registration, altitude limits, line of sight and where flying is restricted.

• Rules and SafetyWhere Can You Fly a Drone? Airspace, Parks and Private Property

  Find out where you can legally fly a drone in the US: how to read airspace, which parks allow launches, and how to handle private property and crowds.

• Rules and SafetyDrone Etiquette and Privacy: How to Be a Good Neighbor Pilot

  Simple drone etiquette and privacy habits for beginners: how to respect neighbors, wildlife and crowds, and what to say when someone asks about your drone.