Gifting a Drone this Holiday Season then You need to know this

With the holidays approaching, you might be considering a Drone as a gift. A  can be an excellent gift for anyone who enjoys technology and the RC hobby. However, there are a few things you should think about before acquiring a . Drone as gifts have been increasingly popular in recent years as costs have reduced and options have grown. Unfortunately, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has cracked down on use due to this spike in popularity to keep airspaces and the general public safe.

Before buying a Drone, there are a few things to keep in mind, from registration to the recently installed Remote ID system to different weight classifications. It’s also worth noting that FAA laws are subject to change, so make sure you’re up to current on the most recent rules. Now that we’ve cleared that up, here’s what you need to know! weighing less than 250 grams are now subject to fewer restrictions than those considering more, making them much easier to give!

You do not need to register a Drone that weighs less than 250 grams if you are merely flying it for leisure and recreation. On the other hand, the pilot will need to pass the TRUST (Traditional Recreational UAS Safety Test) certification. The two-part test is available for free online through FAA-approved vendors. The first section of the text instructs the test taker on all they need to know, while the second section is the actual test.

The entire test is multiple choice, and if you get a question wrong, the answer will be explained. A TRUST certificate will be supplied once the test has been completed. It never expires, but you must retake the test if you lose the certificate. This is because neither the FAA nor the test administrator maintains any personally identifiable information about test-takers.