Drone pilots get six-month breather to install remote ID module

Robert Besser
18 Sep 2023, 04:56 GMT+10

The FAA said U.S. drone operators will have six more months, up to March 16, 2024, to equip their aircraft with remote identification modules
The modules broadcast identification and location information about the drone
The FAA added that after the deadline, operators could face fines and suspension or revocation of pilot certificates

WASHINGTON D.C.: In a statement this week, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said U.S. drone operators will have six more months, up to March 16, 2024, to equip their aircraft with remote identification modules.

The modules broadcast identification and location information about the drone.

The FAA added that after the deadline, operators could face fines and suspension or revocation of pilot certificates.

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