Airspace Authorization can be requested using LAANC or the FAA Drone Zone. The authorization is based on the location 400ft and below. Airspace authorization is required because the university is in Class D airspace from the airport.Operation of a university-owned UAS at an off-campus location is subject to all requirements/laws/policies of that location.UAS may not operate over areas of assembly, stadium or populated areas.UAS purchase must be coordinated with Florida Tech’s Purchasing Office to ensure purchasing compliance, compliance with export controls, and weight and wingspan limits for insurance coverage.Operator must have in his/her possession a copy of the approved UAS Operations Application at all times during flight activity and present it to Florida Tech Security or university representatives upon request.Operator must request prior approval from the Office of Risk Management at least two weeks in advance of the proposed use of the UAS by using the UAS (Drone) Use Application.Īll members of the University community are personally responsible for complying with FAA regulations, state and federal laws, and university policies. Approval will require submission of a flight plan, including date, time and duration of flight, as well as the operational area. University-owned drone flights for Florida Tech operations both on and off campus, require approval when submitting the application. Violating campus policies can result in disciplinary actions. The policy applies to Florida Tech operations both on and off campus. Operator must read and comply with the Florida Tech UAS policy. UA operations are not permitted until approval is granted.
We must operate drones in a safe manner and must be complaint with FAA rules and regulations.Īll personnel, including faculty, staff, and students or third party (contracted vendor) wishing to operate UA (i.e., drones) on Florida Tech property, or as part of the Florida Tech activity must request prior approval and register with the Office of Compliance and Risk Management for compliance and insurance purposes. Drones offer the advancement of research and innovation in all of these industries.ĭue to our close proximity to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB), flight operations are complex and requires planning and preparation. UAS provides opportunities for a wide range of industries including education, security, emergency response, humanitarian aid and disaster relief, healthcare, weather forecasting, waste management, military defense, energy, telecommunications, maritime, Internet, agriculture, air travel, space and many more. Unmanned Aircraft Systems also known as Drones are gaining popularity in education, research, safety operations, commercial purposes and recreation.
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