It's a double-whammy for the FAA. As Congress seems no closer to a deal that would avert a government shutdown in the U.S., an FAA Reauthorization package - the tax bill that funds the FAA - has also stalled for too long in the Senate. Continue reading below, or listen: DroneLife · FAA - Reauthorization - Runs - Out - Government - Shutdown - Looms - Whats - Next The 5 … [Read more...] about FAA Authorization Runs Out on September 30 – and the Government May Shut Down. What Happens Then?
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FAA Clarifies Remote ID Deadline Extension: “Don’t Wait”
FAA representatives caution against delay on compliance with Remote ID, despite the deadline extension until March 16, 2024. Drone operators were supposed to ensure that their aircraft were compliant with Remote ID rules by September 16, 2023. Many operators, however, have been unable to obtain the Remote ID modules required to equip older model aircraft for compliance. In … [Read more...] about FAA Clarifies Remote ID Deadline Extension: “Don’t Wait”
FAA Remote ID Deadline Extended 6 Months
Today, September 13, the FAA Remote ID deadline has been extended by 6 months. Drone operators will now have until March 16, 2024 to comply with the remote ID for drones regulations. Find the rule in the Code of Federal Regulations here: or at the FAA website here. Continue reading below, or listen: DroneLife · FAA - Extends - Remote - ID - For - Drones - Deadline The … [Read more...] about FAA Remote ID Deadline Extended 6 Months
An Open Conversation with the FAA: Remote ID, BVLOS Rulemaking Date, and More
This morning in Las Vegas, the Commercial UAV keynote address was an open conversation with the FAA, moderated by Commercial Drone Alliance Executive Director Lisa Ellman. At Commercial UAV Expo, the FAA has been present and available: at the booth, in sessions, and on stage. Following the news that the Biden administration has officially nominated FAA veteran Mike … [Read more...] about An Open Conversation with the FAA: Remote ID, BVLOS Rulemaking Date, and More
Mike Whitaker Nominated to Top Spot at FAA
The Biden administration has nominated Mike Whitaker to be FAA Administrator. Following months of speculation - Whitaker was first mentioned as a candidate in May - FAA veteran Mike Whitaker has been named as the nominee for the FAA's top position. Whitaker is the Biden administrations second nominee: Denver Airport CEO Phil Washington withdrew his nomination amidst … [Read more...] about Mike Whitaker Nominated to Top Spot at FAA
