Starting on February 20, 2023, recreational flyers may apply for near real-time airspace authorizations to operate at night through the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC). LAANC is a collaboration between FAA and Industry, which directly supports UAS integration into the airspace and provides drone pilots with access to controlled airspace at or below 400 feet.
Recreational flyers must meet the requirements of the Exception for Limited Operations of Unmanned Aircraft and follow safety guidelines of FAA-recognized Community Based Organizations.
For more information, visit https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_flyers or submit your questions to our UAS Support Center.