Drones in USA

[egodinho]

Guys, I was reading about the FAA registration and it's required just for American citizens. I'm from Brazil and I'like to know if I need to do something to fly in USA. Anyone know?

 

[pyrate]

non citizens cannot register
not sure if you are OK to fly

 

[Jun Mangahas]

if you have a valid address in the US and you fly a drone, citizen or not of the US you should register or you could face a fine if you get caught. Better ask. However, if you are an illegal alien in hiding you better not fly at all and I mean that with respect.

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Yes, if you come to the USA (on vacation or otherwise) with a drone that meets the requirements you must register it. Use the same online method that we all use.

Q11. Are non-U.S. citizens visiting the United States on vacation or for drone competitions required to register?

Everyone, including foreign nationals and tourists, who operate a UAS for hobby or recreational purposes outdoors in the U.S. must use the FAA's online registration system. These non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent U.S. residents will receive the same registration certificate as U.S. Citizens or permanent U.S. residents. However, this certificate will function as a "recognition of ownership" document. This document is required by the Department of Transportation for foreign nationals to operate legally in the US.

 

[pyrate]

Can you post the link not just the text
that has changed since I read their FAQ
it did read non us citizens COULD NOT register

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Can you post the link not just the text
that has changed since I read their FAQ
it did read non us citizens COULD NOT register

It has been that way from the beginning as far as I am aware. Non-residents were always included in this mess.

LINK - UAS Registration Q&A

 

[pyrate]

Wow yeah that changed, I had a feeling it would have to
it was worded weird this makes way more sense