As many AMA members and clubs are now aware, FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIAs) permit modelers who do not wish to purchase a Remote ID module to remain compliant with the FAA’s Remote ID Rule. By flying within the geographic boundaries of a FRIA (or a similar exemption), they are relieved […]
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AMA Continues Work to Lessen Restrictions on the Hobby
AMA continues its work to reduce the unnecessary restrictions that have been placed on our hobby. Recently, AMA has been successful in gaining FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) status for 1,835 of our chartered club flying sites, receiving an alternative process to exempt operations at sites previously denied FRIA status from […]
Continue readingFAA Finalizes Process to Expand Remote ID Authorizations for Clubs Near Airports in Uncontrolled Airspace
On March 8, 2024, AMA and the FAA finalized procedures to expand Remote ID Authorization exemptions to include clubs on or near sensitive locations in uncontrolled airspace. Previously, only AMA clubs in controlled airspace with letters of agreement with air traffic control were eligible for this type of authorization; however, […]
Continue readingFAQs for Remote ID Sanctioned Event Waiver and Authorizations
Q. What are the available FAA waivers/authorizations for AMA sanctioned events? A. AMA sanctioned events are eligible for both Remote ID authorizations and/or altitude waivers. Remote ID authorizations are for any AMA sanctioned event. This authorization allows AMA members to operate at sanctioned events without broadcasting Remote ID information. Altitude […]
Continue readingFAA Grants National Authorization for AMA Sanctioned Events
In January 2021, the FAA commented in the Final Rule on Remote ID, that “Though FAA-recognized identification areas would not be authorized for temporary use, the FAA expects that instances such as air shows or temporary drone racing events would be handled, where warranted, through authorization from the Administrator to […]
Continue readingDiscretionary Enforcement of Remote Identification Ends
On March 16, 2024, the FAA’s discretionary enforcement period for remote identification (Remote ID) of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) ended. The following is a quick refresher on the topic and how to comply. Q: Who needs to comply with Remote ID? A: All radio-controlled aircraft that weigh more than 0.55 […]
Continue readingRemote ID Broadcast Module Update
As a reminder, recreational fliers will need to comply with Remote ID requirements starting March 16, 2024. There are three ways to comply: Many operators who plan to use the broadcast module option are wondering when they will be able to purchase one in order to be ready for that […]
Continue readingGetting Started in the Hobby
If you are new to the hobby, or are simply unsure of the requirements you must meet before flying your model aircraft, this guide will help you understand everything you need to know. AMA members operate under the Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft (USC 44809). This guide […]
Continue readingFRIA Update on the DroneZone
The FAA recently made an update notifying visitors about the application process for FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIAs) on the Drone Zone website. As you can see in the above image, the FAA has yet to officially release the process for clubs to apply for FRIA status. When the process is […]
Continue readingAMA and EAA Advocacy Forum
AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs traveled to EAA’s AirVenture 2021 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin where he gave a presentation alongside EAA’s Government Advocacy Specialist, Lily Johnson. The presentation covered several topics, such as AMA and EAA’s participation in the Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) and the Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team (UAST). […]
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