B4UFLY & LAANC
LAANC Connected
Click here and you will be directed to the web application where you can register for a free trial as a hobby pilot, professional 107 pilot, or an enterprise account. Select the Subscribe button to file LAANC request, file NOTAM’s, or see Parcel Information.
How and when can recreational flyers use LAANC?
- Drone pilots planning to fly under 400 feet in controlled airspace must receive an airspace authorization from the FAA before they fly.
- LAANC automates the application and approval process for airspace authorizations and is available to pilots operating under the Small UAS Rule Part 107 or under the exception for Recreational Flyers.
- To qualify under Part 107, you must register your drone and hold a Remote Pilot Certificate
- Recreational flyers must take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) before they fly.
- UASidekick provides airspace authorizations to Part 107 pilots and Recreational Flyers.
- UASidekick provides the ability to file Further Coordination request through the LAANC system.
- LAANC is only available within the United States.
How and when can recreational flyers use B4UFLY?
- B4UFLY is available to the public and is designed to help recreational drone flyers understand important safety and airspace information prior to flight.
- Recreational flyers can use B4UFLY to be aware of the airspace at a particular location and understand the requirements needed to fly there.
- B4UFLY displays controlled and uncontrolled airspace, maximum authorized altitudes near airports, restricted or prohibited airspace and other safety information.
- Recreational flyers must take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) before they fly.