What FAA Approvals Does a Drone Light Show Need?
Part 107, the §107.35 multi-aircraft waiver, night lighting, operations over people, airspace and Remote ID — explained for buyers.
There is no single “drone show licence”
Commercial pilots in the US fly under FAA Part 107 and hold a Remote Pilot Certificate. What else a show needs depends on the operation, so be wary of any blanket “FAA-approved company” claim and ask which specific approvals apply to your show.
Multi-aircraft waiver (§107.35)
Part 107 normally limits one pilot to one aircraft. Flying a fleet as a show requires relief from 14 CFR §107.35. Ask to see the provider’s waiver and check its issue and expiry dates and any conditions.
Night lighting and operations over people
Routine night flights can be flown without a waiver when the pilot is trained and the aircraft shows anti-collision lighting visible for three statute miles — but show lighting often conflicts with that, so shows commonly need relief. Operations over people follow Part 107 categories; a show that cannot meet them may need additional waiver relief.
Airspace and Remote ID
A waiver does not itself grant controlled-airspace access — site-specific airspace authorization is a separate step. Registered drones generally must broadcast Remote ID; any claimed relief must be tied to the exact authorization. DroneLightShowHub.com does not issue approvals or certify safety.
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