FAA Official Resources

FAA UAS Homepage

Central hub for all FAA drone information, regulations, and guidance.

FAA DroneZone

Register your drone, apply for airspace authorizations, and manage your drone fleet.

14 CFR Part 107 (Full Text)

The complete federal regulation text for small UAS operations.

FAA Remote ID

Information about Remote ID requirements, compliant modules, and FRIAs.

FAA Recreational Flyers

Rules and guidance specifically for hobby and recreational drone pilots.

FAA Commercial Operators

Resources for Part 107 certified commercial drone operators.

FAA TFR List

Current Temporary Flight Restrictions across the United States.

IACRA

Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application - apply for your Remote Pilot Certificate.

Apps & Flight Tools

B4UFLY

FAA's official airspace awareness app. Free. Shows airspace status, advisories, and restrictions at your location.

Free iOS & Android
AirMap

LAANC-approved. Real-time airspace intelligence, flight planning, and automatic authorization for controlled airspace.

Free / Pro iOS & Android
Aloft (Kittyhawk)

LAANC-approved. Enterprise platform with airspace intelligence, flight logging, and team management.

Free / Enterprise iOS & Android
DJI Fly

DJI's flight app with built-in geofencing and LAANC integration. Required for DJI drones.

Free iOS & Android
UAV Forecast

Weather and flight condition forecasting specifically designed for drone pilots. KP index, wind, visibility.

Free / Pro iOS & Android
SkyVector

Free online aeronautical chart viewer. Great for studying sectional charts and understanding airspace.

Free Web

Study Materials

Paid Courses
  • Pilot Institute - Comprehensive Part 107 course with practice tests
  • DARTdrones - In-person and online Part 107 training
  • UAV Coach - Online study course with guarantee
  • The Drone Trainer - Part 107 test prep
  • Udemy / Coursera - Various drone certification courses

Industry Organizations

Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA)

FAA-recognized Community Based Organization. Provides safety guidelines, insurance, and flying sites for recreational pilots.

Drone Industry Insights

Market research and analysis for the commercial drone industry.

AUVSI

Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International. Advocacy, education, and industry events.

NCSL UAS Legislation Tracker

National Conference of State Legislatures - tracks all drone legislation across states.

Drone Insurance

While not federally required for Part 107 operations, drone insurance is highly recommended and often required by clients.

SkyWatch.AI

On-demand and annual drone insurance. Pay per flight or monthly. Popular with commercial operators.

Verifly

On-demand drone liability insurance. Hourly and monthly options. Quick activation via app.

DroneInsurance.com

Comprehensive coverage options including hull insurance, liability, and payload coverage.

Sources: All links verified as of March 4, 2026. External resources may change. Always verify current information with official sources.