Graduate School

Yes, all drone pilots that are required to register their drone with the FAA must operate under the Remote Identification (ID) rule by operating:

1. A standard Remote ID Drone – a drone produced with built-in Remote ID broadcast capabilities; or
2. A Drone with Remote ID Broadcast Module – a device with Remote ID broadcast capabilities that can be attached to the drone; or
3. At an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) – areas where drone without Remote ID broadcast capabilities can operate. More information on FRIA can be found here.

You can check if your Drone or Broadcast Module is Remote ID ready by:

1. Going to the FAA UAS Declaration of Compliance website,
2. Click on “View Public DOC List,”
3. Filter by “RID,”
4. Search for your drone or broadcast module.

If your drone or broadcast module is NOT listed, you may only fly in a FRIA.

Please note there is one execption to the remote ID rule: pilotes that operate a drone that weighs 0.55 pounds or less (less than 250 grams) AND for recreational purposes ONLY. 

If you have questions about Remote ID, please email researchcompliance@siue.edu.