Requirement for Unmanned Aircraft Operator Certificate

In plain language

If you want to fly a drone outside the standard rules of Part 101 (for example, flying BVLOS, at night, or over people), you must first apply for and obtain a Part 102 operator certificate.

Requirement as structured

A person must apply for and obtain an unmanned aircraft operator certificate before operating an unmanned aircraft other than in accordance with Part 101.

Original regulatory text

Before operating an unmanned aircraft other than in accordance with Part 101 a person must apply for an unmanned aircraft operator certificate.