Drones and Airports
An unmanned aircraft system (UAS), more commonly known as a drone, can not be flown within five miles of an airport unless the airport and control tower has been notified ahead of time. This is a requirement from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Anyone who plans on flying a drone within a five mile radius of the 91²Ö¿â Airport should send an email to the Airport Manager at airport@kent.edu. The email should include the following information:
- Your name and contact information (phone number and/or e-mail address)
- The FAA registration number
- Location and time of the drone flight
91²Ö¿â has published recommended guidelines for safe drone usage on the Kent Campus. Read the guidelines.
You can find more information on drone requirements from the.