“Why do you need a certification to fly a drone”?
To answer the question in the simplest answer possible–You need the FAA SUAS Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification to operate a SUAS (small unammed aircraft system) for all commercial usage. You do not need the certification to operate for hobby use. An SUAS isn’t just a drone or quadcopter, it can also be a fixed wing plane. If you work on a construction site and you are using a SUAS to take pictures of the site, you are violating FAA regulations (if not certified). No, you aren’t making money from it, but it is being used commercially. The FAA will fine you for operating an SUAS for commercial purposes, if you are not certified.
To become a SUAS remote pilot, you must pass an aeronautical knowledge test at an FAA approved knowledge testing center and undergo a Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) security screening. This certification is renewed every two years by taking the aeronautical knowledge test. The test is composed of random questions ensuring that you are well-versed in the regulations set forth by the FAA.
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