Nationwide BVLOS Waiver Enables More Efficient and Safer Inspections for Critical Infrastructure
Cyberhawk has received a significant nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing the company to operate drones without the need for a visual observer. This waiver is set to expand Cyberhawk’s capabilities in drone-based inspection, survey services, and visual data management across the United States.
Expanded Operations and Efficiency
The FAA’s BVLOS waiver grants Cyberhawk the ability to conduct drone operations beyond the pilot’s visual range. This new flexibility will enable the company to undertake more complex missions without the constraints of maintaining visual contact. As a result, Cyberhawk can perform longer inspections and surveys, reducing both operational time and costs.
According to Scott Lashmit, Cyberhawk’s U.S. Aviation Manager, “With the nationwide BVLOS waiver, we can potentially more than double the amount of surveyed assets collected in a day – saving our customers valuable time and costs.” The ability to gather actionable data and images quickly is crucial for customers who need to make informed decisions regarding the safety and integrity of critical infrastructure.
Enhancing Safety and Expanding Coverage
The waiver also brings safety benefits by reducing the need for ground personnel and minimizing exposure to hazardous environments. This is particularly important for industries such as utilities, oil and gas, and capital projects, where Cyberhawk’s drone inspections play a crucial role in maintaining infrastructure.
With the BVLOS waiver, Cyberhawk can now offer its services over larger areas and in more remote locations. This expanded coverage ensures that critical infrastructure can be monitored and maintained more effectively, supporting the reliability of essential services.
Commitment to Innovation
Cyberhawk’s approach to drone operations and data analytics continues to evolve with the new capabilities provided by the BVLOS waiver. The company remains dedicated to delivering high-precision aerial inspections and data solutions that help customers optimize asset performance.
“We are very pleased to receive this nationwide BVLOS waiver from the FAA,” said Phil Buchan, Chief Operating Officer of Cyberhawk. “This achievement underscores our commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence in the drone industry. With this authorization, we are poised to deliver our customers even greater value and scalability by providing unparalleled inspection, survey, and data solutions that drive efficiency and enhance safety.”
About Cyberhawk
Founded in 2008, Cyberhawk specializes in visual data management, combining drone-based inspection and survey data with its proprietary software, iHawk™. The company operates globally across more than 40 countries, offering comprehensive inspection and survey solutions to the energy, oil and gas, and capital projects sectors.
This new FAA authorization marks a pivotal moment for Cyberhawk as it continues to expand its services within the United States, providing enhanced support to industries that rely on the accurate and timely monitoring of critical infrastructure.
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Miriam McNabb is the Editor-in-Chief of DRONELIFE and CEO of JobForDrones, a professional drone services marketplace, and a fascinated observer of the emerging drone industry and the regulatory environment for drones. Miriam has penned over 3,000 articles focused on the commercial drone space and is an international speaker and recognized figure in the industry. Miriam has a degree from the University of Chicago and over 20 years of experience in high tech sales and marketing for new technologies.
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