FAA REMOTE IDENTIFICATION

[@hawgly]

Thanks for posting and getting the ball rolling. In addition to the items you've outlined I recommend emailing or Tweeting the Transportation Secretary and the FAA Director. These folks are often buffered by their staff and are not fully aware of citizen concerns. It's ok to voice your displeasure with proposed rules but BE NICE. I've already Tweeted the President about this. Will it help? Not sure. But it can't hurt. Social networking is a powerful communication device. Use it. Also encourage friends and family to respond to the FAA site. There's strength in numbers. And we need all the numbers we can muster.

[@TMacFPV]

Yes! Exactly! Perfect! Thank you!👍👍👍😀👍😀

[@TMacFPV]

If interested to use as an example or to act as a catalyst for your own thoughts on the subject, ere are the comments I submitted on Jan 3, 2020 (I may have more later) to the proposed FAA rule: bit.ly/TMac_Cmnts_to_FAA_Proposed_Rule If you have other ideas for constructive action, please share them with this video to others who may be interested. To submit comments to FPVFC Site👉 bit.ly/FPVFC_Comment_Site I want to be clear about something. In this video, at about the 1:08 time hack mark, in item 2. Design and Production Requirements, I explain that within the FAA's definition of "Amateur-built" (FABRICATED and assembled > 50% by someone), you are not required to comply with DESIGN & PRODUCTION requirements (and there are many). These design & production requirements are DIFFERENT than the operating (flying) requirements! Page 153 of proposed rule states: "Accordingly, an amateur-built UAS that is fabricated and assembled without remote identification would be restricted to operating within an FAA-recognized identification area in accordance with §§ 89.105(c) and 89.120." So, per the proposal, you could fabricate & assemble >50% of your 5-inch quad, and therefore have it be recognized as "Amateur-built", yet if it doesn't have any remote ID capabilities (Standard or Limited) you will be restricted to flying within an FAA Recognized Identification Area (if one exists around you). Here's FAA's "Preliminary Regulatory Impact Analysis" for the Remote ID Proposed Rule which they used to justify it if anyone's interested in using some of their assumptions in this document when formulating your own Comments on the FAA site to the Proposed rule: bit.ly/FAA_Prelim_Reg_Impact_Analysis

[@dronereviewman9580]

Well i will not do this. I'll just fly low and slow LOL!!!!Just when i really started getting into f.p.v. now this. Might just have to fly whoops and toothpicks? Man this makes me so sad!!! I have a lot of quads and would take a lot to put one in each quad. I just hope people fly safe and fly smart!!! Hopefully this will not harm the hobby!!!! Makes me sad that this will scare a lot of people away from the hobby!!! And i just got a FrskyR9M for long range!!!! Dam!!! Thanks for posting this!!! We all need to know this stuff!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GREAT CHANNEL!!

[@TMacFPV]

Thanks DRONE review man of all drones & Happy New Year!😁 If you can, spread the word to those who need the info

[@vincents3334]

Thanks TMac. Very informative as always. As an FPV hobbyist this sounds like a pain, however as a Certificated sUSA pilot I can see the importance of setting up an air traffic control system for drones. Aside from accidents waiting to happen and people doing dumb things, the opportunity for evil doers is heightened with drone technology (pun intended). 😀

[@TMacFPV]

Happy New Year Vincent!😁 Appreciate your insight friend 👍

[@mrb2917]

Evil doers don't pay attention to laws, that's one of their defining traits in fact.

[@vincents3334]

Mr B I equate it to traffic laws. Stop at red lights, drive on a certain side of the street, indicate with a directional signal when you are going to turn. Yes, people break those laws but without them we’d have total chaos.

[@Sackenstein]

Thanks for your time making this video. I think this is going to be a huge problem for the FPV hobby. I knew this would happen eventually and Im surprised it took this long for FAA to act. I can see them lowering the 250g limit next. I will do what I can to help. Thanks for keeping everyone informed.

[@TMacFPV]

Appreciate it Lawrence, stand strong my friend & do what you can! Hope 2020 is your best year yet!👍😀

[@r.scottpage2840]

You continue to make reference to these rules impacting "QUADS". This proposal affects ALL aerial vehicles including fixed wing aircraft. Another key point that I didn't see you make is that the 400' system is 400' away from the operator. That's not 400' up and 400' out. That is - - when you're 400' away you would have to operate at 0' altitude. The proposal is a hemisphere and it should be a cylinder. This hemisphere would only allow you to be 400' altitude directly overhead and the farther you move away the lower you'd have to operate.

[@maxun1]

You are correct

[@TMacFPV]

Thank you for your comment R. Scott Page. I'm speaking about Quads because my channel is on FPV Quads. However, yes, you are absolutely correct. We are all in this together. I'm not even sure if kites don't fall into this realm of the proposed rule!?! I do d mention it was 400 feet in all directions in the video (i.e. not just altitude). This less than 10 minute video was an overview if the proposed rule, some potential impacts of it if implemented the way it is currently written, and some ideas if what we can do to keep our freedom of flight. It in no way is meant to be comprehensive in nature. If we, as individuals, value our freedom of flight we (as individuals) will need to take some time away from other daily activities we normally do (social media surfing?), read at least the Executive Summary of this proposed FAA rule and make comments to it whether you support it are want to see it changed in some way. If we do not at least make comments to the proposed rule, then IMO we have no reason at all to complain about this government entity taking away our freedom of flight. "Clear skies?" my friend. Have you seen the AMAs letter to the FAA back in Nov 2018? It is listed in the "Supporting Documents" section of the docket for the proposal. In it, the AMA says we should be able to comply with remote ID through internet connection (FAA adopted), software upgrades (FAA uses this as justification in document I pinned in my comment above),:and at fixed sites (FAA adopted). AMA also recommended a 1000 g limit. FAA chose to go with 250g. Yes, I am currently an AMA member. Although I am an AMA member, i ado not agree with the position they have taken with the FAA's proposed rule.

[@pbshooter100]

Great point. It's disheartening and frustrating to see all of these content creators consistently under reporting the impact that these proposed regulations will have. By doing so they are doing a disservice of leaving some with a false sense that things aren't as bad as they really are.

[@TMacFPV]

@Shane Barber. Thank you for your inspirational story Shane. Keep the faith friend 👍

[@uavtech]

So wonder if I get custom cut carbon frame (my design) if that technically make it exempt. Thoughts?

[@mrb2917]

I wonder the same thing and failing that, what if I buy a cheap CNC mill and cut my own frames in my garage? I'd do it in a second if that means all my 5in quads would be considered 50% custom fabricated.

[@TMacFPV]

If you didn't fabricate them yourself, it's a "no go" per proposal. Hope folks make a lot of comments to FAA on that fabrication word. Let me clarify this comment. An amateur-built UAS doesn't have to comply with design and production requirements (and there are many) but DOES have to comply with "operating requirements" (i.e. flying). Page 153 states: "Accordingly, an amateur-built UAS that is fabricated and assembled without remote identification would be restricted to operating within an FAA-recognized identification area in accordance with §§ 89.105(c) and 89.120."

[@5zero7RC]

The way I read the proposal, lets say you cut your own frame and now your drone is considered amateur-built. Great, now you can fly it but only at an approved location, aka FRIA. To qualify as Standard or Limited, you must meet all the manufacturer requirements. Or am I reading that wrong?

[@TMacFPV]

@@5zero7RC that's exactly how I interpret it as well. Was I misleading in some way in the video? Page 153 specifically states that. I've clarified my comment to UAV Tech and also added this design & production requirements are different than "operating" requirements information to my pinned comment. Thanks for helping me clarify this!

[@ajosepi1976]

That would be pre fabricated. As "Mr B" Suggests, If you get a CNC or 3D printer and cut or print them yourself even if it is another persons design, that should count as self fabricated. The reason I say "should" is because under BATF rules you can CNC mill your own fire arm and it counts as self fabrication, and from the FAAs history, this method is applied to home made 1:1 aircraft, BUT they CAN change what they mean by that statement, and you may have to lay up the carbon fiber yourself as well. It's all up to what the FAA decides. I plan on doing more research before I do anything, or make official comment. I have known they were going to do this for some time, but people kept telling me I am crazy. The FAA said this was the goal in 2016 and also in 2012 they hinted at it. It IS going to happen, the only thing we can do is attempt to get them to adjust things to a more favorable outcome.

[@chrispearson7303]

Big brother stepping in again,I fly at a small park usually with no one around and plan to continue as normal.I'm already registered with FAA as has been required,but I don't plan on registering each and every drone and pay for remote ID for each one .Too costly.

[@mattfoley7881]

Chris Pearson - I’ll be right there also, doing the same thing. Just fly drones without RID capability and continue to do it safely.

[@HoundDogMech]

@@mattfoley7881 Flying without REMOTE ID works UNTIL they fine you and put you in jail.

[@mattfoley7881]

HoundDogMech - 1) They’d have to be able to track the drone from its transmissions. The fleet I fly now and will be flying won’t be broadcasting that data. 2). They’d have to visually track my drone back to my piloting location... not so easy. 3). They’d have to call the cops. 4) This would have to be high enough in priority for the cops to actually respond to the complaint. 5) Any responding law enforcement would need to prove I flew illegally, which would be extremely difficult to do. Not gonna happen. And I will be flying per TODAY’S FAA guidelines. Feel free to ground yourself in the future if you want, I really couldn’t care less.

[@HoundDogMech]

@@mattfoley7881 I'm With you BRO, But $33000 Fine and 10 years in jail sort of curtails our flying activities Don't ya think?. Don't forget it's not the FAA that's going to administer this. It is going to be delegated to a private organization that will collect the Revenue and fines. All the more reason to fight this whole idea of Remote ID. What would people do if all cars had Remote ID and they could fine you up to 6 years after you went 25 mph in a 15 mph school zone 5 years and 11 months ago?

[@eeck62]

Thank you for the concise, informative video. I know things progress and change, but I am sad to see this. I expect Amazon and Google will always be able to fly, we just have to figure out how to keep ourselves in the ballgame so kids can enjoy flying RC planes and quads, and get all the benefits of fun learning that comes from it.

[@TMacFPV]

Yes sir!👍Working on my comments to FAA today and will be submitted tomorrow. In them I speak about UAS & STEM education as valuable tools for a thriving American workforce too. I'll probably pin a link to the comments I make to FAA at top of this video. Thank you for making the time to provide feedback and comment!

[@mboiko]

While I fully realize the focus here is FPV...remember in the eyes of the FAA all RC aircraft are now Drones or UAS. Also with the exception of the 250g rule, these proposed new rules affect everyone (MR, Glider, P-51 gas plane, etc..) who now flies RC. IMO the real problem and a hard stop for many people will be no local FRIA...and no Internet access at the area you want to fly at.

[@TMacFPV]

Yes, I fully understand & agree with you. It affects us all. My presentation was focused on FPV Quad Pilots (per my channel's main audience). I thought it necessary to emphasize to my main audience that FPV quads fall within what the FAA calls Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Thought most folks understood fixed wing "aircraft" are unmanned "aircraft." My bad for not using more all-encompassing terminology.

[@mboiko]

@@TMacFPV No I understand...I fly both (MR and Fixed wing) but for the majority in the purely Fix Wing RC community for better or worse. There is the "Drone" world (ie. MR of all type and including FPV) and then there is the "RC Planes" world. But now, everyone is a UAS. If you have no local FRIA and there's spotty or no Internet connectivity where you fly you're now screwed and this goes for everyone. In many ways were all in the same boat now, but I do understand FPV, in particular, has some special concerns since by definition they're not usually flying line of sight.

[@TMacFPV]

@@mboiko I agree! We're on the same sheet and the same team!👍😁

[@pbshooter100]

@@TMacFPV That's all well and good but this is one time that everyone needs to consider the broader picture otherwise we are toast. It's the old saying "together we stand divide we fall"

[@TMacFPV]

@@pbshooter100 The term "aircraft" has traditionally been used to describe fixed-wing airplanes. Since my audience is FPV Quad pilots, I felt it necessary to emphasize the terminology the FAA is using (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) applies to FPV quadcopters (not only fixed wing airplanes). I was not intentionally excluding fixed wing aircraft, helicopters, or any other unmanned aircraft which I failed to mention. Since some people think I may have done a disservice to all unmanned aircraft by not specifically mentioning them in this video, I will clarify in my pinned comment above the fact that the FAA's "unmanned aircraft" includes all remotely piloted (unmanned) crafts in the air. Hope this will help to clarify any confusion which may have arisen due to my lack of mentioning fixed wing aircraft, helicopters, etc. We ARE all in this together. Thank you for sharing your thoughts👍

[@h2o-fpv623]

Great video thank u TMac.

[@TMacFPV]

You got it friend 👍

[@adamlatimer9159]

I have a friend who is disabled, he does FPV and it gives him wings to fly! For me, model planes are a hobby passed down from my grandfather. If this passes, I will no longer be able to do the same things that we would do together!

[@TMacFPV]

I truly understand Adam. Do what you can to take constructive action. I am (and will continue to do so) on my end. "Clear skies" friend 👍

[@TMacFPV]

Tell your personal stories in your Comments to proposal if you're willing. Your local media might be interested in your stories as well. Just thoughts friend

[@jebrc]

Most of my stuff is under 250auw but honestly I been seeing this a lot and for racers I can see it being a problem as they are and have to be ama members but us freestyle flyers are not gonna do anything different they can't catch everybody I live real close to a small airport and have never had any issues I highly doubt that many would comply with their ridiculous rules. I know I myself won't comply however I have took my steps to stop this rule. Thanks for the info TMac

[@TMacFPV]

Thanks for your comment Jimmy B. I fly mostly micros myself, however, I'm concerned for the entire hobby. What's to say the next limit won't be 150 grams? I understand your enforcement point. Don't think they'll deploy a bunch of FPV Storm Troopers. Yet, if caught, I'm sure there'll be a hefty fine to pay

[@ajosepi1976]

@@TMacFPV They plan to do away with the bottom weight limit in 6 to 9 years. This is rumor, but it came from a reliable source. If you look into the document it says they could change the weights later. So they covered their back sides on that one.

[@donaldhill2076]

Hi Jimmy Im from NZ but you will not find me complying here in NZ if this happens here. I simply will resist forever. Bloody govmt trying to run our lives. Do they not understand they are PUBLIC SERVANTS we employ the bastards so I say lets fire them all

[@r.scottpage2840]

You also failed to mention that the after the 12 month period of time to be designated a FRIA -- no further FRIA's will be allowed. This is playing the long game to eliminate FRIA's via attrition.

[@JohnSwitzer]

I suspect that by the time this takes effect, there will be a remote ID module that can be added to your FPV drone and that the serial number may then be unique to that module allowing for the standard remote ID. That would have little effect on where you could fly. Otherwise its going to be nearly impossible to comply. Do you know if multiple comments are allowed? I would like to comment on several areas and would rather submit a single subject per comment, but would hate to find out it was one per person.

[@TMacFPV]

Thank you for making the time to take constructive action with commenting!🙏According to the FAQ section, yes, you can make multiple comments per: "Can I edit my comment after submitting? Comments are not retrievable once submitted. To make changes, submit another comment referring to your previous comment correcting any errors and/or re-stating your position or opinion."

[@pbshooter100]

Nope the new regs don't allow the retrofit of existing aircraft so yes it's going to be impossible to comply with existing aircraft

[@TMacFPV]

@@pbshooter100 the not able to retrofit issue is in my comments which I'm submitting later today. I will put a link to the comments I submit to FAA in my pinned comment at top of Comment Section to this video and in the video description (if people are interested solely for folks to use them as an idea of how/where they can start for their own comments)

[@pbshooter100]

@@TMacFPV I'll see if I can find where in the proposed regs this rule is located. Don't have a lot of time today to search but I will see what I can do. Edit. never mind if I understand your comment correctly after I re-read it you will be covering it in some comments somehow later on. If you still want something from me let me know

[@ChasedbyHellhounds]

Is the new FAA Remote ID rule for all remote-controlled aircraft or are drones being singled out? There are many types of UAV’s out there, every remotely controlled airborne vehicle should have to be equipped with a remote ID beacon not just drones. Why are drones the scapegoat in this new ruling?

[@TMacFPV]

All UAVs

[@HoundDogMech]

What you don't understand it's not only QUADS but all R/C Toys including Airplanes.

[@TMacFPV]

Thank you, please see video description

[@HoundDogMech]

@@TMacFPV then stop using the term DRONE.

[@TMacFPV]

@@HoundDogMech You're welcome for providing you with all necessary information to direct your constructive comments to the FAA and your U.S. Congressional Representative & Senators (at least) in an effort to save OUR hobby. I acknowledge the fact you have an opinion regarding the terminology I chose to use in parts of this video. Have a great week!👍

[@mike3000ization]

Good video. I think the proposal is a little bonkers. It's still such a new tech, and yes there needs to be some regulations, but this is not the right solution. Its rushed and over zealous. Too much leg work by everyone besides the faa, as well. They're telling us, the "perps", that we need to install and maintain their tracking devices (It's hard enough to create a miniature flying machine as it is), and then they're telling all the authorities that they have to now go enforce this new law upon regular people for partaking in a new hobby. Yes it's a tough subject, because drones are so capable, but over regulation isn't the answer. Perhaps the only way to keep drones away from specific areas is to develope better anti drone measures. Like localized frequency disruption of some sort. So that if someone truly can't risk having drones (Or any rc equipment) in a specific area, they can prevent it by installing a permanent defense shield, that blocks the drones signals. Drones are not magic, there's a limited number of frequencies they work on... Besides, do you think that malicious people looking to use drones for harm are going to install and maintain the faa tracking device? I think not

[@TMacFPV]

"a little bonkers." That's great. You gonna comment to FAA (either directly at their comment site or through FPVFC)?

[@mike3000ization]

👍 of course

[@TMacFPV]

@@mike3000ization Thank you!

[@hfhykoo8979]

Don't forget the remote ID will contain your PHONE NUMBER and location. That information will be stored by the government for a minimum of 2 years.

[@kkuenzel56]

Who do they think would enforce these new regulations? The local police?!?

[@TMacFPV]

I have not read in the main document (or any of their supporting documents) of any other law enforcement organization responsible for enforcing this "rule." I believe the intent for any enforcement of this rule is for it to be accomplished via local law enforcement although if you're sending your location, unique ID, and time stamp over the internet to a federal database while simultaneously broadcasting basically the same info over radio waves, I'm sure "other non-local" entities would be able to reach out and touch you

[@pbshooter100]

Well this video only covers a portion of the the new proposed regulations. While the proposed regulations covering RID itself are bad enough there are proposed regulations that are even more devastating. One example are the new proposed rules regarding the building of model aircraft. In a nutshell the proposed regulations will make it illegal for hobbyists to build new aircraft. Having just one or two of the proposed regulations go into affect will be enough to end the hobby. Because of this the thought that we can somehow mold the proposed regulations into something that we can live with is flawed. These proposed regulations need to be stopped in their entirety otherwise the hobby will be lost 3-4 years from now.

[@TMacFPV]

What is the specific name & number of the proposed rule/regulation of which you are referring in addition to this one please? As this one does describe restrictions on design and production of "UAS." As I do mention in the video, you have a choice, do what you can or do nothing to sustain our freedom of flight. I also say in the video, if you have more (or better) ideas on what we can do, please share them

[@pbshooter100]

@@TMacFPV Here is a facebook page that discuses this issue. facebook.com/notes/uav-legal-news-discussion/remote-id-proposal-outlaws-home-built-rc-aircraft/2540175016108538/

[@donaldhill2076]

What great way for bureaucrats who have no idea about our hobby to literally kill a wonderful hobby for young and old alike. Noises are being made here in NZ to. We all MUST oppose this stupidity Have a look at RCmodelreviews as well. What needs to be asked is exactly what do they think they are trying to do? Public safety BS it truly is. Have a look at statistics. How many real accidents and deaths have been caused by us as against the larger aircraft flying today. How about the Boeing Max 8s as just one example. What about push bikes and deaths. Crazy Crazy Crazy. I guess some of us will have a lot of spare time in prison to make more models.... Ill never comply with these rediculous regualtions. Im 70 so not as geat deal of time left but Ill fight this all the way.

[@TMacFPV]

C'mon Donald, don't hold back, tell us how you really feel!😁Keep your👀peeled and your 👂to the ground for those NZ "noises" friend. Happy New Year Donald!👊👍

[@donaldhill2076]

@@TMacFPV Happy New Year to you Tmac well maybe it will be if we cn beat these B%&^*(ds

[@maxun1]

No matter what you do now , we screw.

[@TMacFPV]

Do what you can or IMO you have no reason to complain about the FAA taking away your freedom of flight

[@thatonebeone]

i fly micros and toothpicks so this wont bother me lol

[@pbshooter100]

So you think you aren't affected. First of all where do you think the innovation for micro's and toothpicks came from? Have fun flying inside for the rest of your life.