Since 2021, Part 107 pilots can fly at night without a waiver. Here is everything you need to know.
Your drone must have anti-collision lights visible for 3 statute miles
Must complete updated Part 107 training that includes night operations
You must still maintain VLOS of your drone at all times
As of April 2021, night operations no longer require a waiver
Your anti-collision lights must be visible from 3 statute miles away. This typically requires a strobe light of at least 3 candela intensity.
While steady lights are allowed, strobing lights are more visible and recommended for night operations.
Lights should be mounted where they are visible from all directions. Top-mounted strobes are popular choices.
Night begins at the end of evening civil twilight (about 30 min after sunset)
When the sun is 6 degrees below the horizon until morning civil twilight
Night ends at the beginning of morning civil twilight (about 30 min before sunrise)
Our Part 107 study system includes updated night operations training to help you fly safely and legally after dark.
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