Standard Remote ID Pre-flight Self-testing and Notification

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 89.310Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

Before you take off, your drone will automatically test its remote ID system and let you know if it passed or failed.

Requirement as structured

Prior to takeoff, the unmanned aircraft must automatically test its remote identification functionality and notify the pilot of the test result.

Original regulatory text

Prior to takeoff, the unmanned aircraft must automatically test the remote identification functionality and notify the person manipulating the flight controls of the unmanned aircraft system of the result of the test.

Applies when

country
United States
operation
Remote identification of unmanned aircraft
regulatory area
remote_id
aircraft category
unmanned aircraft required to be registered
regulatory category
General