Government entities or organizations (e.g. law enforcement agencies, public universities, state governments, local municipalities) have 2 options for flying UAS:

1. Fly under the small UAS rule – follow all rules under 14 CFR part 107, including aircraft and pilot requirements

   OR

2. Obtain a blanket public Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) – permits nationwide flights in Class G airspace at or below 400 feet, self-certification of the UAS pilot, and the option to obtain emergency COAs (e-COAs) under special circumstancesContact 9-AJV-115-UASCOA@faa.gov to learn more about public COAs.