Definition of Control Station

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.3Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

The control station is the device or interface (such as a handheld controller, tablet, or laptop) you use to fly the drone.

Requirement as structured

Defines 'control station' as the interface used by the remote pilot to control the flight path of the small unmanned aircraft.

Original regulatory text

Control station means an interface used by the remote pilot to control the flight path of the small unmanned aircraft.

Applies when

country
United States
operation
Part 107 small UAS operation
operation regime
part_107
aircraft category
small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)
regulatory category
General