Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)/Drones

Sharing the Skies Safely

As use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, continues to grow, Denton Enterprise Airport is committed to promoting the safe and responsible integration of drones into our airspace.

Key considerations for drone operators near the airport include:

Controlled Airspace: Denton Enterprise Airport is located within Class D airspace. Drone operators must obtain prior FAA authorization to fly in this controlled airspace.
Visual Line of Sight: Drones must always be operated within the operator's visual line of sight.
Altitude Restrictions: Drone flights are limited to a maximum altitude of 400 feet above ground level unless otherwise authorized by the FAA

For more information on drone regulations, visit www.faa.gov/UAS

Before Your First Flight

Know the Rules

Determine what type of drone operating will be done. Rules and safety tips exist to help you fly in the national airspace. Once you determine what type of drone user you are, you can apply the appropriate rules and regulations to your specific type of flying.

If you are unsure what type of user you are, you can use the User Identification Tool for guidance. The result will provide you with what type of operator you are, what type of guidelines to operate under, and FAA UAS contact information.

Register Your Drone

All UAS/drones must be registered with the FAA based on the type of flying.

Register your drone online or by mail on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) website. Information on registration fees, qualifications, requirements, and registration renewal can be found on the Register your Drone section of the FAA UAS webpage.

Earn your Pilot Credentials

Recreational flyers are required by FAA to pass an aeronautical knowledge and safety test known as The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) on important and safety regulatory information. The test can be taken through FAA approved test administrators listed on the FAA website The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) (faa.gov).

Flying for commercial or other non-recreational uses will require a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. Review the full process to get your Remote Pilot Certificate on the FAA Commercial Operators webpage.

UAS/Drone Resources