Joliet Regional Airport

Drone Regulation

Drone usage is becoming more popular these days, but with that comes requirements that users follow certain important rules and regulations.

Who must register a UAS?

The owner must be:

• 13 years of age or older.
• A U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.

Which unmanned aircraft do I have to register?

The owner must register the UAS online if it meets the following guidelines:

• Weighs more than .55 lbs. (250 g) and less than 55 lbs. (25 kg).

How do I register my UAS Online?

• It costs only $5 to register your UAS and the process is simple and web-based.
• Your registration is valid for three years.
• Once you receive a registration number, you must mark the registration number on all aircraft.

The FAA has partnered with several industry associations to promote Know Before You Fly, a campaign to educate the public about using unmanned aircraft safely and responsibly. Individuals flying for hobby or recreation are strongly encouraged to follow safety guidelines.

What are the safety guidelines?

• Fly below 400 feet and remain clear of surrounding obstacles.
• Keep the aircraft within visual line of sight at all times.
• Remain clear and do not interfere with manned aircraft operations.
• Don't fly within 5 miles of an airport unless you contact the airport operator before flying.
• Don't fly over people or near stadiums.
• Don't fly a drone weighing more than 55 lbs.
• Don't be careless or reckless with your unmanned aircraft. You could be fined for endangering people or other aircraft.

The Joliet Regional Airport, open to the public, caters to both the corporate and casual flyer. We are located outside Chicago's "Mode C ring" for aircraft without transponders. 100LL, Jet-A, and Mogas are sold here at the lowest prices in the area with 24 hour self-service available. Heated hanger space is available for your overnight stay. Full maintenance and repair facility on-site along with flight school. Plenty of tie-down space is available on our paved ramp. Courtesy car available upon request.

FAA Identifier: JOT

Runway Information

Restaurants

• Crispy Waffle
• Heroes West Sports Grill
• Johnny's
• Cracker Barrel
• Al's Steakhouse

Have you always wanted to learn how to fly? Do you have a love of flight? What are you waiting for? Now is the time! The Joliet Regional Airport has a flight school, J.F. Aviation, located on the field. They have dedicated flight instructors and multiple aircraft to help you reach your goal. Contact them today! They can be reached at 815-744-7528 or jfaviationinc.com. Knowing your goal for learning to fly will help guide you along the path to the right certificate and all the rewards that flying has to offer.

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• airnav.com - Never been to a particular airport before? Want to know about the runways, location, frequencies and so forth?
• fltplan.com - The simple way to file a flight plan!
• aopa.org - Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
• flightaware.com - Live flight tracker and other great information
• aviationweather.gov - Get the big picture for weather planning
• faa.gov - FAA website