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FAA Accepts Vantis for Safety Mitigation for Recurring BVLOS Drone Operations
The FAA signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the use of Vantis as a safety mitigation for beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations.
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FCC Adopts New Rules for Drone Communications in 5 GHz Spectrum
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a significant step towards enhancing drone operations by adopting initial rules for wireless communications to control uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) safely. These new regulations, focusing on a portion of the 5 GHz spectrum band, aim to support the rapidly growing drone industry, according to Radio World. Spectrum Allocation…
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BNSF Railway Expands Drone Operations with New Lobbying Effort
BNSF Railway Company has hired Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld to lobby on issues related to “U.S. drone security solution,” signaling an expansion of its already robust drone program. This move comes as the rail giant continues to leverage unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for infrastructure inspection and incident response. Beyond Visual Line of Sight…
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FAA Set to Propose Landmark Drone Rule, Potentially Transforming US Airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is on the cusp of issuing a groundbreaking rule that could dramatically increase the number of drones in U.S. skies. According to MIT Technology Review, the agency is expected to propose new regulations for flying drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) by September 16, 2024. A Shift in FAA’s…
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Cyberhawk Secures Nationwide BVLOS Drone Waiver from FAA
Cyberhawk, a global leader in drone-based inspection services, has been granted a nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This landmark authorization allows Cyberhawk to operate drones beyond visual line of sight without a visual observer across the continental United States Game-Changing Capabilities The BVLOS waiver significantly expand
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Drones Prove Safe for Urgent Blood Deliveries in UK Trial
A groundbreaking trial in the UK has demonstrated that drones can safely transport urgent blood stocks between hospitals, potentially revolutionizing medical logistics. According to BBC News, researchers from NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) conducted a test sending blood packs between two hospitals in Northumberland using both drones and traditional road transport. The Trial: Drones vs.…
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A2Z’s AirDock System Revolutionizes Drone Operations with Infinite Range
A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc. has unveiled a game-changing autonomous drone dock system that promises to reshape the landscape of commercial drone services. The A2Z AirDock, alongside a specialized UAV, allows drones to hop between docks for recharging and package delivery, dramatically extending their operational reach Expanding Horizons with Drone-Network-as-a-Service The AirDock system marks A2Z’s t
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UK Greenlights Groundbreaking BVLOS Drone Trials
The UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has given the go-ahead for six new trials that will test drones flying beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) for deliveries, inspections, and emergency services. This move marks a significant step towards integrating advanced drone operations into UK airspace, as reported by The Register. Breaking the Visual Barrier Current…
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