Display of Unique Identifier Required for Operation

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 48.200Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

You cannot fly your registered drone unless it displays its unique identifier (such as its registration number) in the manner required by § 48.205.

Requirement as structured

No person may operate a registered small unmanned aircraft unless the aircraft displays a unique identifier in accordance with § 48.205.

Original regulatory text

No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft registered in accordance with this part unless the aircraft displays a unique identifier in accordance with the requirements of § 48.205 of this subpart.

Applies when

country
United States
operation
small_unmanned_aircraft
regulatory area
registration
aircraft category
small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)
regulatory category
General