The FAA Do’s and Don’ts of Model Aircraft Operations 
Do’s:
- DO register your aircraft if it weighs more than 55 pounds
- DO fly a model aircraft/UAS at the local model aircraft club
- DO take lessons and learn to fly safely
- DO contact the airport and FAA control tower when flying within 5 miles of the airport (see map and phone numbers below)
- DO fly a model aircraft for personal enjoyment
Don’ts:
- DON’T fly near manned aircraft
- DON’T fly beyond line of sight of the operator
- DON’T fly an aircraft weighing more than 55 pounds unless it’s certified by an aeromodeling community-based organization
- DON’T fly contrary to your aeromodeling community-based safety guidelines
- DON’T fly model aircraft for payment or commercial purposes
Helpful Websites, Phone Numbers and Maps of Lincoln, Nebraska:
- Lincoln Airport Comm Center – 402-458-2480
- Lincoln Airport Air Traffic Control Tower – 402-474-3011
- FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems
- Know Before You Fly
- Five (5) Mile Map – From Lincoln Airport
- UAS Hub