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UAS are an important new tool for public safety and industrial applications, and there are special regulations for commercial drone use. Here’s everything you need to know.
Whether you’re a fire department drone pilot, a police UAS manager, or the UAS team lead for an oil pipeline, there are an increasing number of use cases for commercial grade UAS. To help regulate commercial operators and commercial drone programs, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has authorized two (2) distinct methods for operating a legal-FAA-approved commercial drone program.
Operations conducted under the pilot's individual 107 certificate, not the agency
Agency holds the authorization, not individual pilots
Documents, policies, and procedures furnished to the FAA by department or consulting company
The FAA has approved over 900 Certificates of Authorization for public safety agencies in the US
Skyfire has helped over 150 agencies start their drone programs
The number of public safety agencies with drone programs has doubled every year for the last four years.
Understanding UAS Regulations
The first step in creating a world-class commercial UAS program is determining the most appropriate regulatory framework for your agency that will give you the most coverage and flexibility possible. There are two regulatory options available to commercial agencies: Part 107 certification and the Certificate of Authorization (COA). Part 107 is an individual designation that places responsibility on the individual Remote Pilot in Command (RPC). Part 107 is available for all commercial operations, including public safety. The Certificate of Authorization is a department-level designation that places the responsibility for operations on the agency. It’s only available for public safety agencies and requires completion of a Public Declaration Letter to get access to the FAA COA processing system.
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The process for obtaining your Part 107 certificate is relatively simple. All you need to do is go to your local Airmen Knowledge Testing Center and pass the Initial Aeronautical Knowledge test. Passing the test and completing the electronic FAA Form 8710-13 will approve the pilot to operate during the day within line of sight of the UAS in Class G airspace anywhere in the United States. Any additional waivers, like airspace waivers or night flight operations, require additional applications to receive approval. There is no additional fee for applying for these waivers, though depending on your use cases, these waivers can sometimes be difficult to obtain. The Initial Aeronautical Knowledge test is multiple choice and has a relatively high pass rate, however some self-study is recommended. For those with little prior aeronautical knowledge, we recommend taking a physical or online course that will help prepare you for the test.
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understanding the FAA coa process
The Certificate of Authorization process is one of the most misunderstood and daunting in all of public safety UAS, which is why we’ve spent the past 5 years getting to know it inside and out. COA’s are only available to public safety agencies in the United States, and are a department-level designation, meaning the department maintains responsibility for flights flown on the department’s behalf. There are two primary types of COA’s: Blanket COA and Jurisdictional. A Blanket COA covers a department in Class G airspace anywhere in the United States, while a Jurisdictional COA gives access to Class B, C, D, and E airspace for a limited, predefined jurisdiction. Which COA is right for your department depends on the airspace of your jurisdiction, how you will use your UAS, whether you will contribute to mutual aid regularly, among many other factors. Skyfire is committed to helping agencies find the best solution within their budget, which is why we’re available anytime to answer questions about the COA and FAA regulatory process.
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From dispatch to investigation and analysis, drones are fundamentally changing the way fire departments, police and emergency management teams operate.
Determining your organization’s regulatory framework is just the beginning. Establishing an ongoing training regimen for your drone pilots is also one of the most important parts of creating a world-class commercial UAS program.
Master all the topics you need to pass the Initial Aeronautical Knowledge test with the Skyfire Online Part 107 course. This 3-hour course covers all key areas of aeronautical knowledge required to obtain the Part 107 certification, is entirely online, and comes with both an online and physical study guide.
Online part 107 course covers:
Aerodynamics for UAS
Weather theory and hazards for UAS
Aviation Charts and Publications
TFR’s and NOTAMs
Obtaining a Part 107 certification or a COA is only the first step in building a sustainable commercial drone program. The Skyfire Basic Training Package is a 2-day onsite classroom and practical drone training course, designed to give your team the skills they need to start flying missions immediately.
2-day onsite training covers:
Part 107 - Everything you need to know
Certificate of Authorization (COA) Process
The Types of COA’s available
Timelines for UAS program integration
Full-day practical flight training with a Skyfire certified trainer
Skyfire Skills Camps are hosted, multi-day events that focus on 4-5 key practical commercial drone pilot skills. Through panel discussions, classroom training, and live flight courses, Skyfire Skills Camps combine the best of classroom and practical training in an engaging, dynamic, and educational format.
Choose from a host of classroom and practical course options, such as:
“Breaking down the tape” group film work
Mapping and GIS essentials
Custom NIST course
Using a drop system
Search and rescue (SAR) basics
SWAT UAS tactics
Maintenance and camera tips
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