Availability of Remote ID Letter of Authorization

Verified from official sources
Remote ID AuthorizationsVersion 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

If you need to fly without Remote ID or deviate from the standard requirements, you can request a Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the FAA.

Requirement as structured

Drone operators may request a Letter of Authorization from the FAA to operate without Remote ID or to deviate from Remote ID requirements.

Original regulatory text

Some drone operators may be eligible to operate without Remote ID or deviate from the Remote ID requirements by requesting a Letter of Authorization from the FAA.

Applies when

country
United States
regulatory category
General