Standard Remote ID Broadcast Specifications and RF Compliance

In plain language

The drone broadcasts its remote ID using standard, open signals that everyday devices like smartphones can receive without needing special licenses.

Requirement as structured

The unmanned aircraft must broadcast remote ID message elements using a non-proprietary specification and unlicensed RF spectrum compatible with personal wireless devices.

Original regulatory text

The unmanned aircraft must be capable of broadcasting the message elements in § 89.305 using a non-proprietary broadcast specification and using radio frequency spectrum compatible with personal wireless devices in accordance with 47 CFR part 15, where operations may occur without an FCC individual license.

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