NCDOT UAS

North Carolina requires UAS/drone operators to have an UAS Operator Permit if they are flying for commercial purposes or are a government (public use) organization. Per North Carolina General Statute § 63-95 and § 63-96, the Division of Aviation administers the knowledge test and permit. There is no cost to take the test or obtain an UAS Operator Permit. The permit is valid for two years from the date of issuance.