FrSky FrID RemoteID Module — FAA Compliance for RC Aircraft and Drones
The FrSky FrID is a compact Remote ID broadcast module designed to keep your RC aircraft and FPV drones legal under FAA regulations. Compliant with the FAA ASTM F3586-22 standard, the FrID broadcasts your aircraft's GPS position, altitude, speed, and operator location to nearby devices and the FRIAS monitoring app in real time — meeting the FAA's Remote ID rule that applies to most drone and RC aircraft operations in the United States.
FrSky FrID RemoteID Module is a device in compliance with the FAA ASTM F3586-22 Standard. Attaching the FrID module to a drone or RC aircraft, it broadcasts the route and other required information according to the standard, and all information is transmitted to the monitor app in real-time for a compliant and safe flight. By using FBUS/S.Port capable receivers together with the FrID module, all telemetry information of the module can be read directly on your FrSky radio.
The FrID connects to your FrSky transmitter via FBUS or S.Port, allowing GPS position, speed, and altitude data from the module to display as live telemetry on your transmitter screen in ETHOS — so you get Remote ID compliance and useful telemetry data from a single compact module.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is FAA Remote ID and do I need it for my RC aircraft?
FAA Remote ID is a federal requirement in the United States that mandates most drone and RC aircraft weighing 0.55 lbs (250g) or more to broadcast identification and location information when flown outdoors. The rule went into full effect in 2023. If you fly an unregistered RC aircraft at an FAA-recognized field (FRIA), you are exempt. If you fly outside a FRIA, you need Remote ID compliance either via a broadcast module like the FrID or a built-in RID system.
Which FrSky transmitters is the FrID module compatible with?
The FrID connects via FBUS or S.Port to any FBUS or S.Port capable FrSky receiver, and from there the telemetry appears on all Tandem X18 and X20 series transmitters running ETHOS. The FrID is also compatible with older ACCST-era receivers using S.Port. Browse the full transmitter lineup at https://www.fpvbuildsrc.com/frsky-transmitters.
What is the difference between a broadcast Remote ID module and a network module?
A broadcast module (like the FrID) transmits RID information over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi radio signals to nearby devices and the monitoring app — no cellular connection required. A network-based RID module uploads your flight data to an internet-connected server via LTE or Wi-Fi, which requires active connectivity. The FAA currently accepts broadcast-type modules for standard Remote ID compliance, making a broadcast module like the FrID the simpler, more reliable solution for most RC flyers.
How do I pair the FrID module with the FRIAS monitoring app?
Download the FRIAS app on your smartphone and enable Bluetooth. When you power up the FrID module on your aircraft, it broadcasts Remote ID signals that the FRIAS app automatically detects and displays. Your operator information (pre-registered with the FAA via DroneZone) is embedded in the broadcast. Detailed pairing and setup instructions are included in the FrID product documentation.
Does the FrID module provide GPS telemetry to my transmitter?
Yes. When connected to your FrSky receiver via FBUS or S.Port, the FrID module streams GPS position, altitude, and speed data as telemetry to your FrSky transmitter. On an ETHOS-running Tandem X18 or X20, this data appears in the telemetry field list and can be added to your home screen — giving you both Remote ID compliance and useful GPS telemetry in one module. Browse compatible receivers at https://www.fpvbuildsrc.com/frsky-receivers.
Does FPV Builds RC offer setup support for the FrID module?
Yes. FPV Builds RC is a U.S.-based FrSky dealer and can assist with FrID installation, FBUS/S.Port wiring, and ETHOS telemetry setup. Contact us via the site for guidance on adding Remote ID compliance to your specific aircraft.
