Guidelines for Operation of Unmanned Drones and Other Airborne Objects
October 25, 2024
Caltech has updated its Guidelines for Operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) and Other Airborne Objects, posted on HR's Notices & Administrative Guidelines page.
Important changes include new regulatory requirements for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Training, FAA Registration for all UAS/Drones flown outdoors, information on a required Caltech UAS/Drones Application, and flow charts to help campus users navigate regulatory compliance requirements by usage type: Educational/Research, Business/Commercial, and Recreational Use. Questions on the updated guidelines and regulations, and UAS/Drones application inquiries should be directed to [email protected].