In today's show, we have some excellent news for recreational pilots. FAA has expanded its LAANC system giving hobby drones access to controlled airspace.

Kevin Morris from the FAA joins us today to discuss the implications of this new development on hobby drones. This show starts with Kevin sharing some background information about the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Act and how it impacted hobby drones. This Act, signed by President Trump in late 2018 repealed Section 336 and placed greater restrictions on drone pilots. Later on, in May 2019, new FAA rules came into effect which made it necessary for all hobby drones to get FAA's permission to fly in controlled airspace (namely B, C, D, and E2).

With the LAANC system not yet equipped to handle requests from hobby drones, this new FAA rule placed a de facto ban on hobby drones. However, in today's show, we have some good news in store for hobby pilots.

Effective July 23rd, FAA has expanded its LAANC system to include hobby drones.

Kevin, in this show, reveals all that recreational pilots need to know to get their airspace authorization and fly in controlled airspace. Among other things, in this show, you will learn:

What is the procedure for getting an airspace authorization?

Who are the different LAANC providers who can grant airspace authorization to recreational pilots?

Part 107 vs. Hobby flying - what is the difference?

Which airports are currently equipped with LAANC?

Tune in to our show to get an entire breakdown of this new development. You can check out FAA's official announcement here. This is a show you do not want to miss. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Paul welcomes Kevin Morris from the FAA

Looking Back - How did the 2018 Reauthorization Act affect hobby drones?

Do hobby drones need airspace authorization to fly in controlled airspace?