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VIRGINIA TECH DRONE POLICY

The policy applies to Virginia Tech faculty, staff, students, and third-party operators flying on university-owned property or operating university-owned aircraft. It includes specific protocols that depend on the purpose and location of your flight. Read the policy below; scroll down for links to protocols.

Virginia Tech graduate student at the drone park

Virginia Tech graduate student at the drone park

Virginia Tech UAS Training

Available as a Canvas course module, this training is required for all on-campus and some off-campus operations; see protocols for details. 

 

Part 107 grants

Undergraduate students who pass the FAA exam to earn their Remote Pilot Certificate can apply to have the test fee reimbursed through a Drone Park grant program. 

 

General inquiries

UAS Safety Office
uassafety@vt.edu