I've seen these for sale - I'm wondering how many "actually" wear one like this (or similar) when flying? Why 'Yes' or why 'No?' Did you get one to wear, then over time, stop wearing it? Any issues when wearing it - with other people or LEO'S?
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I also avoid flying around lots of people. But when I do fly, I wear a bright orange or green vest. I want to look legiit..not like I'm trying to hide.I try to stay away from people when I fly and I don't want to attract any unnecessary attention so I would not wear one...also a little leery about having FAA on it...someone will claim that it appears that you are representing yourself as an FAA employee
Without a 107 I think the only true statement can be FAA registered pilot.I have one and my adult kids and grandkids think it is cool - or at least that’s what they say. I do wear it especially in my Pre dawn prep for a sunrise pictures. The dim lighting combined with frequent nearby joggers are good reasons. The available pockets are great. Since I do have my 107 there is nothing on that vest that is a misrepresentation in my opinion.
That would work just as well.Without a 107 I think the only true statement can be FAA registered pilot.
Those type vests are very light and airy. No problem in hot weather at all. Had the same type with the Sheriff's Dept.I looked at the other thread but they don't answer your questions. In the summer, wouldn't it be uncomfortable? I personally don't where one. To lazy I guess. If I get approached it's either a ciitizen, who wants to buy a drone or just watch. Or It's some type of local code enforcement agent. The code enforcement guys always say it's not allowed, no matter where I am. Their problem is they don't know their own local codes. I just pack up, leave and go somewhere else. But If were, doing a 107 job, I would probably get one of the vests or maybe even have a light material, yellow shirt made with the same writing on it, too stay cool in the summer months. Some people recommend a hard hat, but I would also get a matching baseball cap with maybe just the letters FAA on it. But as I said, too lazy and I just don't want to stick out like a bright yellow or orange beacon for everyone to see.
Not that you couldn't get away with "licensed"but for the "audience" either will work.Even an unmarked safety vest will work.Attach some stick on letters and numbers?That would work just as well.
I own one and have in back pack the past 2 years. Have never bothered to take it out. If ever questioned by legal or non legal authorities, will take out and put on vest and if that doesn't do the trick, will offer to show my FAA Part 107 credentials. If not a legal authority, request they show their credentails and if there's push back will dial 911 and say where I am, flying a drone legally and being harassed to the point of danger.I've seen these for sale - I'm wondering how many "actually" wear one like this (or similar) when flying? Why 'Yes' or why 'No?' Did you get one to wear, then over time, stop wearing it? Any issues when wearing it - with other people or LEO'S?
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