By Texas A&M University Environmental Health and Safety
In accordance with the new System Regulation on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Texas A&M University has established a Supervising Authority to review and approve unmanned aerial system (UAS)/drone flights that occur on campus. These rules apply to faculty, staff, students, visitors, and contractors on campus property and to university employees operating UAS off-campus as part of their job responsibilities.
There are three ways to fly UAS at Texas A&M University:
- In accordance with an FAA-issued Public COA.
- In accordance with FAA Part 107 rules.
- For educational purposes
For other types of UAS flights (not captured through one of the three categories identified, contact EHS at ehsd@tamu.edu.
To fly UAS in accordance with an FAA-issued Public COA or in accordance with FAA Part 107 rules:
- Submit your application to the Texas A&M University UAS Supervising Authority through the following link: https://www.tamus.edu/business/risk-management/uas/uas-application/. Applications should be submitted a minimum of 15 business days before desired flight.
- Attach all requested documentation to ensure delays are avoided.
- Completed on-line applications will be reviewed by the Supervising Authority; any questions will be directed to the individual who completed the application.
- All University-owned or acquired UAS must be properly registered in accordance with FAA requirements. Use the FAA’s Web site to register UAS: https://registermyuas.faa.gov/. Additionally, all UAS must be placed on inventory and have an asset number assigned.