Episode 9: Choosing Your Path: Part 107 vs Part 91 for DFR
Episode 9: Choosing Your Path: Part 91 vs Part 107 for DFR
As public safety agencies implement and expand Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs, regulatory strategy becomes a critical decision point.
For the past two years, public safety agencies pursuing advanced operations like BVLOS primarily operated under Part 91. The FAA has since created a similar Part 107 waiver, giving agencies a choice in how they approach FAA approvals. While both pathways ultimately unlock similar operational capabilities, the application process, framing, and long-term considerations differ in ways that can impact how quickly and effectively an agency moves forward.
In this session, Skydio’s Director of Aviation Regulatory Affairs, Jakee Stoltz, will break down the similarities and differences between both regulatory pathways, and how agencies should think about selecting the right approach for their program.
What you’ll learn:
- Overview of Part 91 and Part 107 public safety waivers
- Differences and similarities between the approvals
- Why both pathways lead to similar outcomes, and where they differ
- How to choose the right regulatory strategy based on your agency’s goals
If your agency is preparing for BVLOS or scaling DFR, this session will help you move forward with a clear regulatory strategy.
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