Aussie Visitor

[4006448]

Hi folks,

Didn't realise there was a specific San Fran page - good to know for future. I'm flying into SFO next week, staying a couple of days before heading on to San Diego for work. I've now got a Mini 3 Pro. I'm staying in accommodation in the Fisherman's Wharf area so I can walk to places to see. My google 'research' has me considering the following places to fly - looking for up to date advice regarding any legal issues please:
Coit Tower; Pier 7; Sue Bierman Park; Rincon Park; Public park btwn Piers 35 & 39; Sydney G Walton Square.

I'm only a recreational pilot and taking video and images for personal / family purposes.

 

[LoudThunder]

I'm only a recreational pilot and taking video and images for personal / family purposes.

Just on the chance that you are contacted by our local Constabulary (do Aussies us this term or is it only a Brit term?). perhaps contacted by our "coppers" they might ask for your license. Here in the US all drone pilots are required to have at least a TRUST Certificate.

As a tourist, you are still required to meet US regulations… Here is a link…

Information for International UAS Operators in the United States | Federal Aviation Administration

Information for International UAS Operators in the United States

www.faa.gov

Have a Safe Trip and Enjoyable Visit!

 

[4006448]

Just on the chance that you are contacted by our local Constabulary (do Aussies us this term or is it only a Brit term?). perhaps contacted by our "coppers" they might ask for your license. Here in the US all drone pilots are required to have at least a TRUST Certificate.

As a tourist, you are still required to meet US regulations… Here is a link…

Information for International UAS Operators in the United States | Federal Aviation Administration

Information for International UAS Operators in the United States

www.faa.gov

Have a Safe Trip and Enjoyable Visit!

I’m familiar with both terms for the Police. I’ve got my TRUST certificate saved electronically. Don’t want to do the wrong thing, so looking for local advice as to locations to take off and land. I can be an early riser to avoid crowds.

 

[LoudThunder]

looking for local advice as to locations to take off and land.

Here are a heap of links to help you decide…

The Pilot Institute Home page for all types of info.

Federal Drone Laws in the United States (FAA) - Pilot Institute

44809 is an exemption from Part 107 drone laws. This means that drone pilots fly under Part 107 drone rules by default unless they meet all 9 of the requirements to fly under 44809, the exception for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft. You can read more about these requirements...

pilotinstitute.com

Pilot Institute's Home page Link to all the States…

Drone Laws and Best Places to Fly in Every US State - Pilot Institute

pilotinstitute.com

Pilot Institute's Home page Link to San Diego…

Best Places to Fly Your Drone in San Diego - Pilot Institute

pilotinstitute.com

Also, we have a Sub-Forum "Local and Regional Discussions"

Local and Regional Discussions

mavicpilots.com

And our Sub-Sub-Forum to all of California…

US - California

Are you a California mavic drone pilot? Join other pilots in the state to discuss local laws, restrictions, favorite places to fly, etc..

mavicpilots.com

And our Sub-Sub-Sub-Forum to San Diego

San Diego Area

mavicpilots.com

Since I live on the East Coast (can't get much further away), that's all I've got.

Enjoy, be Safe, and write Good Things about US (note the Capitals, it that "us" as in we… or US as in the United States?) a mystery…

LT Signing Off…

 

[LoudThunder]

You sound like you've got all your ducks in a row, so this might be pointless, but be sure to check you air carrier to find out it they have any special requirements flying with your batteries. Your flight is one of the longest in the world...

 

[4006448]

Good idea. Have traveled over previously but with a different carrier than before. Thanks!