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What Is Part 107.31 Visual Line of Sight Waiver?
The Visual Line of Sight Waiver allows an operator and team provisions to safely conduct operations beyond Visual Line of Sight (VLOS).
From FAA eCFR Website:
Ҥ107.31 Visual line of sight aircraft operation.
(a) With vision that is unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, the remote pilot in command, the visual observer (if one is used), and the person manipulating the flight control of the small unmanned aircraft system must be able to see the unmanned aircraft throughout the entire flight in order to:
(1) Know the unmanned aircraft’s location;
(2) Determine the unmanned aircraft’s attitude, altitude, and direction of flight;
(3) Observe the airspace for other air traffic or hazards; and
(4) Determine that the unmanned aircraft does not endanger the life or property of another.
(b) Throughout the entire flight of the small unmanned aircraft, the ability described in paragraph (a) of this section must be exercised by either:
(1) The remote pilot in command and the person manipulating the flight controls of the small unmanned aircraft system; or
(2) A visual observer.”
What Does That Mean??
A Visual Line of Sight Waiver, just as it sounds, would allow you to fly beyond the normal visual line of sight limitations. Additional provisions must be used to accurately know and control the location along with
How Many Have Been Approved?
At the time of writing this initially in 2018, approximately 2,200 total Operational Waivers have been submitted and accepted by the FAA. Most of these have been for a Part 107.29 Daylight Operation Waiver. See the full list from the FAA Here.
What Needs To Be Addressed?
Describe Proposed Operation
Explain Possible Risks and How To Mitigate These Risks
Reference The FAA Waiver Safety Explanation Guide Here for more info.
Example of Approved Waiver:
Find More Waivers Here!
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