Georgia Southern University is committed to ensuring the safe, legal, and responsible use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones. Whether used for research, teaching, outreach, or operational purposes, drone activity must comply with federal regulations, state laws, and university policies.
Our UAS program provides oversight, training, and resources to support faculty, staff, and students in conducting drone operations that protect safety, privacy, and compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules.
By following the guidance provided here, operators can obtain the required certifications, register aircraft properly, and ensure that all UAS flights at Georgia Southern are conducted with integrity and accountability.
What You’ll Find in This Section
- UAS Resources – Additional tools, references, and compliance documents to support safe UAS operations.
- Flight Procedures – Step-by-step requirements for planning and conducting drone flights at Georgia Southern.
- Flight Services – Information about available campus resources to support approved UAS operations.
- Operator Training & Licensing Procedures – Guidance on training programs, licensing steps, and maintaining operator qualifications.
- Part 107 Certificate – Requirements for obtaining and maintaining FAA Part 107 certification for commercial drone use.
- Remote ID (RID) for UAS – Overview of federal Remote ID rules for drone operations and compliance deadlines.
- Tail Number Lookup – Instructions for verifying FAA aircraft registration numbers.
- UAS Policy – Georgia Southern’s official policy for the use of drones on campus.
- Purchasing Procedures – Requirements for purchasing drones with university funds.
- UAS Registration – How to register your drone with the FAA and university systems.