Aircraft Registration and Marking

In plain language

Your drone must be registered with the FAA, marked with its registration number, and you must carry proof of registration when flying.

Requirement as structured

The aircraft is advised to be registered and marked in accordance with 49 U.S.C. chapter 441, and proof of registration is advised to be made available upon request.

Original regulatory text

the aircraft is registered and marked in accordance with 49 U.S.C. chapter 441 and proof of registration is made available to the Administrator or a designee of the Administrator or law enforcement upon request.

Applies when

country

United States

operation

recreational

operation regime

recreational

regulatory category

General