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I am a drone operator for a large Sheriff's department, certified law enforcement officer, and a part 107 pilot. Everything he talks about in this video is spot on. If I am conducting CUAS at a large open air event and come across someone with a 107 AND they are flying right, ill frequently help them get better shots or tell the other cops in the area to let them be. I now also frequently get calls from repeate commercial pilots that will be flying for large events letting me know that they will be there. Do they have to do that? No. Does it make their life way easier? You bet and I'll even escort them into take off locations; they otherwise would never have been given access to in the first place. Key point to remember: cops don't like paperwork, if I can have a conversation instead of doing a report, I will ALWAYS have that conversation. We are still human and most of us are always learning, a little politeness goes a long way with interactions and most of the time gets far better outcomes.

I have my part 107. I have no desire to do any commercial drone work. I fly for fun and relaxation. I did the part 107 to be as educated as possible and fly my drone safely. I do post some videos to KZfaq but only to share with friends and family. I appreciate your rules videos and look forward to your content. Having the part 107 gives me the confidence to fly and not be overly concerned with anyone that might approach me. Keep up the good work.

I have a Part 107. Did it just for the challenge. My favorite non-FAA “rules” are, 1. Get as far away from people as you possibly can. 2. If you are not able to get away from people have a conversation with the people in your flight path before you take off. (Not always possible) 3. Just because you can does not mean you should. If there is a potential for a confrontation avoid it. All that said the FAA does not bother me as much as local government that see fit to enact drone restrictions/laws out of lack of knowledge and fear of the dreaded Drone Spies.

When I started flying drones I went all in. I enjoyed learning about manned aviation and all the rules. I hated to see so many people breaking the rules and tried to promote drone safety in my local community. Unfortunately no one really cared. The airport did nothing to help promote my safety classes as well as the city. To make things worse, I have seen so many instances where the drone community has been harassed by local authorities, taken to court to fight whatever unlawful fine, seizure of drone, and the FAA is nowhere to be found. They will fine you, but they won't stand up and defend you. So with that all said, I do not promote unsafe flying, but I don't fault anyone for doing what they need to do to get their pic or video. If I NEED to fly out of visual line of sight or the like, I will. I still believe in being responsible, but it's tough to reconcile not being backed up by the FAA.

I haven't flown my MA2 in months, partially because of all the rules and possible negative interactions with people, but I'm looking to get back into it. You uploaded this just in time

I watch all your videos… and I love how much you talk about drone rules. I have my part 107, and yet I still have questions about rules or forget things. So having these videos is awesome to constantly refresh my memory. Thank you Russ!

Trust certificate is a drivers license. Part 107 is a CDL. No need to have it unless you need it.

Great vid and i love that your making the time to help us! Keep up the great work!

Just recently found your channel. Bought a Mavic Mini 2 and learning all sorts of new stuff. It's good to know the rules so that you at least know when you're breaking them. So I appreciate your education videos on flying, LAANC, editing, checklists, and more.

Russ, Thank you for what you do. Your video are invaluable to the furtherance of the drone industry and are greatly appreciate. Keep up the great work. Largo, FL

Hello Russ, Brilliant video and instructional highlights for knowing and learning the UAV rules and regulations. As you mentioned, I fly by the rules, and we all make mistakes. I've had my membership for a couple of years, and finally, this year, I'm going to buckle down to study and take my Part 107 exams. Thank you for this tiny nude to get me back on track to complete what I started to do. Thank you for starting up the membership section, and wish you all the best. I've just upgraded my membership and joined.

I’ve been flying drones for years and think it’s great that you give out all this information!

Thank you for starting a members page. I think the more info that we can receive will make us all better and safer drone operators. I just got my part 107 look forward to starting a business. Look forward to seeing what you have for us members.

Love your channel Russ! Thank you for all of the valuable information. I do have my Trust certificate.

Your video encouraged me to do this. As a hobbyist, I will find ways to self learn but it will happen. I support your message. Thank you.

Russ been waiting for you to offer a membership. I appreciate the time you spend making each video and have been trying to figure out a way to help support all the help you have given. Glad to be a member of your channel.

I wish the FAA would make the 107 test more about drones Try to follow the rules the best you can

Thanks for always guiding in the right direction…this is a topic where I only get the complete outlook on your challenge…

I really and truly appreciate your informative videos. I’ve been wanting to get my Part 107 but I’ve been procrastinating. I’m gonna work on getting it with the information that you provide so that i can make some extra income. Thanks a million. 👍

I like the background and this video was very helpful. Thanks for teaching us the right way.

The FAA should not be so lazy and uncreative. They should design aircraft specific certifications and tests that apply in the real world and more people would participate. I earned a sport pilots license years ago to legally fly a powered parachute in rural farmland. I had to test on such things as how to position a tail dragger airplane in a crosswind on a taxiway and flight parameters of jetliners at 25,000 feet. Many many questions that could never possibly apply to what I was doing. It’s akin to being required to know how to pilot and maintain a yacht or oil tanker simply to pilot your bass boat up a river.

I'm taking my test Friday. Even 75% through the course it is clear how easy to go over the line of recreational vs part 107. Plus the learning about air space and airports , weather very cool

As someone who is about 50% through a Part 107 course via Pilot Institute I must say, there is so much good information not only to help you be a better drone pilot but to be more aware of conditions. Plus it helps separate you from the average drone pilot because you can backup what you say. 💪🏽 Here’s to 2022 making some side cash with our drones!💸 Loving the updated look with the setup Russ.😎

Great video, thanks Russ.

great video Russ!

I’ve looked hard into getting a part 107. But so many questions will nvr come into play for real world drone flight. I think the FAA should dumb it down so to speak. Make it where it pertains specifically to drones & drone flights. I like being a recreational pilot. Don’t need the extra money. Most I know that fly could care less about part 107. It’s a personal preference I guess. From my observations it seems there are way more hobbyists and can fly legal, safe, smart & fly just as good as part 107 pilots. I keep in mind all part 107 pilots had to start as a hobbyist. More power to them for making money as a drone pilot hence Part 107. Great video Russ good topic for discussion.

Thank you Russ great video

thanks so much. agree with many folks brand new to drones. it's bitter cold bout since Christmas so I've not had much flight time. the analogy to drives Ed. is great. I do want to learn more, and be safe. so while maybe once it's warmer and I get a few more flights under my blt I'll look more into my 107 and subscription to the channel

Well put Russ. Keep up the good work.

Just passed my FAA Part 107 today. Excited to see where this all can go.

I just joined your new group. I have been watching your KZfaq channel for about a year have appreciated your practical approach. I am in favor of the regulations as they provide context in the development of common sense flying skills. I am a retired builder who specialized in home renovations, and I have made a great deal of money repairing faulty construction. Regulations create a level playing field and promote the skill that drone flying requires. I look forward to more of your videos.

Great video as usual Russ

Good Video Russ. Thank You.

I fly a Mavic 2 Pro for fun and commercial Real estate, I do have a Mavic mini two as well and I have both registered with the FAA and I am a part 107 holder. I do appreciate the information and it is very important. Keep up the great work!

I got my Part 107, because of you, Russ! (And I'm glad I did...thanks for the inspiration!) And FTR...I have a Mavic Air 2 and Mavic Air 2S (Also, a Mini 2, and Mavic Pro) The 2 I use most; Mini 2 and Air 2S,

Thanks for all the content. Passed my 107 today ! 95%.. thanks for the encouragement. May or may not do the revenue thing yet.. Thanks again.

I never took any of your content as being "preachy" or whatever, just informative. Keep it up! Your videos are always good. Diggin the newer background layout, by the way.

Love your channel! I'm taking a course for my part 107 as we speak. At the last South Florida Drone meet up, 4th year, I won a course with Pilot Institute. As I was exposed from 18 up to 28 to flying. I'm a sky diving instructor. Do most of the terms and theory I know. 6,999 one way flights and holding. Anyway drones infected me almost 5 years ago. 8 drones in, I'm taking the next step. I think it's a great idea for you to have a membership. I for one, will be subscribing. Thank you for your channel. Very easy to follow ad retain information. Drone On!

To each their own, but I agree with you it’s better to be well informed on what you are doing in the sky. Thanks for the great content!

I shoot real estate and very early on, I trained with a couple of photographers who said they didn't have the 107, at the time anyway. One rarely did drone work and the other, quite often. And both got their drone photos and/or video at the very end of the shoot. Get in & get out mindset. Super quick, always less than 5 minutes. And they never had any issues whatsoever. Highly knowledgeable, respectful, competent, never flying any higher than necessary, and never did anything that would draw attention to themselves. I don't do drone work, but I can understand why people with very little to no free time don't get their 107. From most accounts, this test has very little to do with piloting and safety. It's about revenue and control.

Hey Russ you touched on a lot of good points.. Also personal crap that I have experience with.. if you ever want interview me about what happened and what's the outcome I would be on board with that.. no biggy though.. just throwing it out there . Thx Russ.

From NZ here. I want to say that if the CAA in NZ made our drone certifications more affordable and accessible, more people would probably attain certification and in the process also become better drone pilots. Having said that, the CAA over-regulation and also negative media coverage can make flying a drone pretty miserable stuff here. Russ, you might be interested in this channel called xjet (Bruce from NZ). He has some interesting opinions on over-regulation etc. Cheers for the vid mate :)

I am a Realtor and have my Part 107. I use my videos on my various websites to drive traffic to them as well as for my listings. I decided to get my Part 107 when I became aware that my videos would be considered commercial by the FAA. It was watching a Milesdeep video that enlightened me.

Nice calm background lights! 👍

My closest neighbor is like 3 miles away. Closest "metro" area like 56 miles, so needless to say, even though I'll try to follow the rules, it doesn't impact anyone if I break them flying in my back forty. Honestly, I'd be a little hesitant if I lived where people, planes and trains were.

I like the green back lit area behind you head. Very effective.

THIS is my weekly struggle, but I haven't had anyone tell me "Nah, I'm good" as most are just blown away at what the rules say. Last week, I flew in Sedona and my wife's friend came along and I took about 30 mins to educate him. In the end, he said he needs to get his cert because he has obviously been putting himself at risk.

Awesome video!

I think it's awesome Russ, what you plan on doing? Being familiar with the FAA rules is always a bonus. Well, I think it is. I don't fly to make money, I've always flown drones for the love of the sport. I don't plan on making money with my drone either. I understand that it's always a good thing to have, but when someone is sure like me that's not going to use a part 107. What's the use? Believe me, I've thought about it, but just to have it? Nah I'm sure pilot institute is awesome? I always watch their videos. I'm subscribed to both you and them. Thanks again for sharing Russ. I think you're doing a fantastic job. 👍 👍 👍

I'm a little late to this video but an added bonus to educating the Drone Community is that it helps prevent "Stupid." As in "Play Stupid games, win Stupid prizes." The "Stupid Prizes" being new bans & laws that limit our freedoms. Now go edumacate yerselves & fly smarter!

The FAA rules are pretty straight forward. It’s the various state and local laws that are annoying. My state requires you to get an additional permit after you have your 107 in order to be “legal”.

I also completed a course to obtain my 107, however when I went to take my test the price went from 65 to 175. Trying to make a little cash on the side, check the cost of insurance. I now know the rules, if the government would make the fee reasonable more would obtain their 107

well said, good video

After watching this video and seeing some of the comments about the 107 I have decided to sign up for the course. I was flying my drone getting some practice shots of a lighthouse in my home town when I was approached by the keeper of the lighthouse said I was not allowed per the coast guard I was pretty sure that the coast guard does not control this but also the area is not restricted at all, I truly think if I was a licensed pilot it would have made a difference I did not argue with the gentleman I spoke with him a bit and packed up.. but great video I truly enjoy the way you communicate

great talk Russ

Really enjoy the videos, was all set to buy a drone of my own till I started watching your videos about a year ago and learned about all the rules and laws. So I still don't have one for my channel but it's not because I want to ignore the rules it's more like it seems like more hassle then it's worth?

Great video

Its always a refresher and keep up to date with the rules and changes to those rules on a category of a need a refresher of rules a couple of weeks ago a drone pilot decided to fly their drone during the Bengals vs raiders NFL playoff and didn't either know that there's a no fly zone this is an example why on that front why rules need to be followed on that front but need to be educated on the rules or a refresher course about why you shouldn't be flying drones during outdoor professional sporting events

🛫📖🛬 Russ, The membership format makes more sense. All of your patreon members could just transition to the membership acct. I for one would like to support you by becoming a member. Your channel is really one of the best, because of your down-to-earth approach. You are a good communicator and your laid back body language puts everybody at ease. GOD bless 🛐✈️🐆🐆🐆

3:07 You can fly a paramotor 10,000 feet in the air with no license, but you need a license for a drone? I miss the days before people ruined things and now they have all these laws. I have remote control cars... why would I need a license for that? Why can't people just fly remote control planes and helicopters in peace?

I live out in the country and fly in empty ballparks and fair grounds. The few times i did talk to cops they knew what it was from missing or lost persons searches. The county sheriff said they found the one person in 15 mins with an IR camera drone. So they are getting familiar. I stay away from everyone and everything without a part107. But if i want to do a side gig i need the 107.

I think that’s a good idea ,and I don’t have a drone but have gotten caught up in it and looks like a lot of fun don’t know if I will ever get one because they are pretty pricey,but I like all the info you all put out there and thank you for that

True! Got my part 107 license this year and learned a LOT! Highly recommend Pilot Institute as their focus is to teach you what you need to be a great Remote PIC, not just pass the part 107 test.

Totally agree with you Russ - I am in the UK where the certification is different, i.e. A2 Cofoc & GVC, + EU Complaint Insuranc,,,, and have taken the courses/licenses and dangle those badges from my lanyard when flying - It helps a lot with public perception, and helps me to be a safer more responsible drone pilot. Prior to these CAA - Certs (FAA equiv) I was flying oblivious to many inherant dangers, even crashed twice because of. Not saying I'm perfect now, just that it's better, and the public tend to leave you alone instead of moaning. A big thumbs up for this vid Russ,,,,, great topic. 👍

Hey Russ, first off. Nice video again, you always have a lot of great points about being a responsible drone pilot. Maybe I missed the link to subscribe on your membership, but I don’t see a link. Can you post one? And yes, follow the drone rules. Always.

Fantastic video, 💯 everyone should get their 107, but yes I’m guilty of bending the rules myself.

I'm really new to drones. I haven't started the process of getting my part 107 yet but it is definitely in works. First though, I just want to be able to fly well enough that it at least looks like I know what I'm doing. I want to be as legal and knowledgeable as I can as well. I've also been watching a lot of drone related content here on KZfaq. The question that always pops up to me is how these people are flying within the rules. There's no way many of them are flying line of sight. I also see people flying FPV without a second person as well. I see other things also. I can understand how many people don't care about the rules when they see their favorite content creators openly flaunting them. Others, as you say, just don't care. However, all it takes is one person to complain or for something to happen and they could get a visit from the FAA.

The FAA should make Part 107 about drones, things related to it and affordable. If we have to pay $150 + to fly recreational it will turn into a rich-people hobby.

Hi and thanks for your videos. I was interested in buying my first drone and flying just for fun, but after watching a lot of videos and finding out about all the restrictions and people getting warning and fines, I afraid to try for fear of doing something wrong. I've seen the most important rules and understand them but things like flying across a road sounds like I can't do. The lot I live on is on a corner lot and to get any good shots I'll need to get to the other side which would mean getting on private property. Plus I live in a small town and would like to get some aerial shots but it sounds like I can't do that either. The only way I can do any of those is to fly over my neighbor's houses. Is that possible and do I have to fly over them at a certain height? If I did get some videos somewhere can I post them on a youtube channel that is not monetized could I do that. Even though I don't get any money from it, I see youtube adding commercials to it anyway. Thanks for any help you can be. I'm just too confused right now.

Russ, quick idea: Why not re-name your channel with your name? Something like Stuart & Alina (Carroll) did. You have a cool, alliterative name; why not use it! Cheers, good brother. 💛🙏🏼

I'm working on my part 107 because I was finally able to sell my architectural client on hyperlapse for advertising and etc

Quite honestly even with my part 107 I enjoy clarifications. There are so may rules and sometimes they are not clear.

Your car vehicle license is a great analogy. Should we 100% follow the rules? Yes. Do we? no But you know if you are in an accident and you were not following the rules, you know where liability lies. Same with the drone rules. They are there for a reason. I try to be very conscientious of others, structures, situations and so on for a safe flight. Let's all try and do better. As will I.

There is never a reason not to be well educated. I'm not a drone owner but will be eventually and these videos will help me be prepared for what I need to know. Thank you and keep them coming. Better to be educated than ignorant.

Excellent points. Where I live we do not need a certification unless purely commercial or over a park / government land. That said, to be legal, I took my A2 for both UK and EU when I travel there. Best to avoid drama on vacation I say. The nice thing was I was able to take the A2 for both online but FAA 107 I cannot. Maybe someday!

Part 107, and Air Traffic Controller here. To simply put it, I tell all my trainees, “you better know what rule you are breaking.”

New to the channel and interested in purchasing a drone. I plan to take the 107 test before buying one. Something I have not heard mentioned in my very short experience with drone KZfaq videos. No one discusses liability. What are the insurance requirements and needs. Requirements meaning what should a responsible person do? Do insurance companies offer discounts if you have a 107 license. Is the impact greater if using it for commercial gain?

I agree with you 100% and I have to follow the rules since I live near a local airport and the planes fly around the same height as my drone so I know I need to be careful.

I think they should be followed sometimes I fly my drone away from where I’m at . But I don’t fly my drone as much as I used to But from time to time I’ll take it up to get a good photo of a sunset 🌅 But keep up the good work I love watching your videos when you post .

i agree with you totally.

I live in Canada and fly my drones two to three times a week, I'm retired. I suspect that our rules are about the same as the rules in the USA.When I purchased my first drone I got my basic licence to pilot a drone and I registered my drone. When I did my test to get my drone pilot licence I was surprised to some degree that the test had more questions about fixed wing aircraft than about drones. The licence expires in two in two years and then you have to take another test to renew your licence. It takes much more experience and knowledge to get a driver's licence and that is good for five years. The two year rules is BS. I don't always follow the rules especially the line of sight and nobody else does either. In all this time I have flying my drone never met a drone pilot that has his or hers drone pilot license as the vastlicense expired I didn't renew it because the test doesn't relate to flying a drone. If you know the rules and are a responsible pilot you do not need a licence.

One of the ones I see where people are probable are not following the laws is when they are flying over the length of rail road tracks and even while thier is a train.

I have a 107 because we have an RV travel channel, but following the rules within 107 are still challenging, I use air control before i fly but many of the places we go are in no fly zones. Getting the 107 was easy, no reason for somebody making money from droning not to get their 107, just lazy and cheap. The only reason i check in with this channel is rules to follow. I fly a 3 year old drone, i dont have upgrade fever. Interested to see how your memberships go. Larry

We have an expression in the military, "How do you know what rules you can bend/break if you don't know what the rules are?" So the reality is, do you get caught everytime for speeding? No, of course not. But that ONE time is all it takes, and you'll wish you had it. Ask the dude who had a flyaway with his DJI in Vegas and it landed at the airport. Bet he wishes he can get back that fine the FAA threw at him.

Thank your for this video. You mentioned the Drone School you used to pass your Part 107, but said there were only two good schools. Do you mind naming the other good Drone School?

First of all I love the info you give out and updates! I'm always spongin up information how to be safe and follow the rules.99% of the time in following the right way to do things! But I don't think you should have to have a 107 to fly for fun not making money. And you can still be a responsible pilot with a hobbyist certificate and a trust certificate. Both of these I have acquired and I think is good if approached by anyone. For those who just want to fly not make money and there is tons out there think things are getting way to out there. That being remote Id. Yes we need to have rules and follow them be safe but remote id is to far!🤜

I agree with you rest I think that we should try to follow the rules the best as we can but I am like you I don’t always do the right thing in the sense of watching in line of sight I have done that several times and I try not to but there’s always that time of losing the side of it but I still have control and I can see through my camera and I tried to bring it back I always have or I try to have an observer with me and sometimes they can’t see it as well but I’m like you as well I try to tell people and encourage people that are getting new drawings of stuff to learn what the rules and regulations are so that they can do it safely

This interests me I'll join soon I like your content

Don’t you think that getting your FAA license and then having to register your drones will make you more accountable or at least more easy to catch when you bend the rules? Especially with remote ID. I think if you know your going to break some rules, your better off not being licensed. Tbh.

Thanks from Canada

Just finished my Part 107 training and am now working to schedule the test, although I have no plans to fly my drone commercially. Once I'm 80 feet in the air, my DJI Mini 3 Pro is often out of my visual line of sight, as it's so tiny and relatively quiet. Regardless, I do my best to follow the rules. I use LAANC, I use an app to check local aircraft traffic, and I listen to my scanner for air traffic. I feel that there's value to getting a Part 107 certification, even for those of us who have no plans to fly drones commercially. An education is never wasted.

Drone pilot ground school is charging $299 for training class & test . Just signed up. Thanks Ross .

I’m getting my 107 this year. I have a business startup idea and people I can market my service to if licensed. It’s a good idea if not just for the information you can learn around airspace rules and flight restrictions. But being able to make money on it and not having to worry about the Powers that be swooping in and causing problems? Worth it.

Today will be my second month flying a drone. And have had two interactions with the police both times they were great.First time honestly did not know was flying near a police station.He came up to me ask what i was doing told him, It was behind the mall in Peabody Massachusetts.It was the Danvers police department his remark be careful. I packed it in. Next time flying I Essex Massachusetts and a female officer pull up and was watching me.She roll down her window very friendly and ask have i got any good shots.My answer dont know yet.She was a sweetheart.In the short time have been flying meeting lots of good people. Not too many jerks just a couple.

I have my Part 107 License. I do real estate photography using various drones. Since I use them in business I have to be aware of the FAA Rules and controls on flying in different areas and altitudes because if something happens while I'm flying that causes injury or interference with other aircraft the company I work for could be sued. If you're flying within the limits of the regulations and laws your liability is reduced or even protected. I carry my license and a copy of the State Laws that apply to me. I can then provide it to any law enforcement or citizen that questions my right to fly.

Question hoping you can help with Russ. Part 107 here and I’ve been filming an office complex demolition. It’s 1.2 miles from a Class D airport. I’ve had no issues whatsoever in getting an automated LAANC approval for up to 50’ at the site and have had no issues in getting the DJI geozone unlocking approval with the LAANC approval I supply DJI. Most of the office complex is 2 stories high, so the 50’ altitude approval is fine. There is however a 10 story high office tower that I would like to capture the demolition of. I think I can legally fly up to 50’ above the roof of the building (I would actually like to fly only as high as the building itself) if I stay within 200’ of the building. If that is the case, how do I get the DJI unlocking license to grant me that additional altitude around that building? Right now it truly limits my drone flights from going higher than 50’. Thanks for any insight you may have.

Good job.

Hi Russ, First off, I just want to say many thanks for all your knowledge and expertise and sharing it with all of us! So, I'm a brand new drone owner and was hoping you could help me with a question concerning my; lets call it "do the right thing", "civic duty" maybe...I'm teetering between registering my Mini 3 Pro with the FAA or not. I didn't buy this drone with a weight limit as a factor in my purchase and the 5 dollar once every 3 years isn't an issue. After watching several videos on conflicts between drone pilots and law enforcement, would it be any advantage for me to be able to at least say to an officer "Yes sir, I am registered with the FAA and I'm trying my best to uphold all the FAA and COB rules as a recreational pilot". One other thing, if I did register w/the FAA, would that also force me to have to register w/ the state and local authorities...which happens to be a 25 dollar annual fee even as a recreational pilot. I guess what I'm saying, is I don't want to be viewed as some dirtbag just trying to skirt around the laws and get away with not being a responsible drone flyer...any input would be appreciated. Thanks again!

I wonder if FAA regs on VLOS will ever be amended to allow exceptions when using drones that meet certain safety criteria? E.g. type of transmission, RTH functionality, obstacle avoidance, etc. Seems like huge improvements are being made on these with each new drone generation, so one would hope regs catch up to support.