The FAA has issued an implementation plan for integrating air taxis and advanced air mobility (AAM) into the National Airspace (NAS) by 2028. The implementation plan is directed towards the "Innovate28" AAM project, in reference to the agency's goal of allowing AAM operations at limited locations by 2028. The plan "includes various components and the sequence they will … [Read more...] about FAA Releases Air Taxi Implementation Plan: Operations by 2028
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Are You Ready for Remote ID? FAA Guidelines and Resources
Are you ready for new FAA regulations? The FAA has released a document outlining compliance measures with the Remote ID rule, otherwise known as Part 89, which requires all drones be equipped with new Remote ID recognition and tracking technology in order to further integrate UAVs into the National Airspace System (NAS). Beginning on September 16, 2023 all pilots who are … [Read more...] about Are You Ready for Remote ID? FAA Guidelines and Resources
Former FAA Deputy Admin Mike Whitaker Tapped for Nomination to Lead Agency
The Wall Street Journal has reported that President Biden is expected to nominate former FAA Deputy Administrator Mike Whitaker to be the next FAA Administrator. Continue reading below, or listen: DroneLife · Mike - Whitaker - Reportedly - Tapped - As - Next - FAA - Administrator The move has been under consideration since May, when it was reported by Axios. Whitaker … [Read more...] about Former FAA Deputy Admin Mike Whitaker Tapped for Nomination to Lead Agency
Australia Introduces 40 Question BVLOS Exam for Ops in Non-Controlled Airspace
Regulatory Moves for Drones Down Under- Australia introduces new BVLOS exam by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian McNabb Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has introduced a new exam to allow Beyond Visual Line of Sight operation in non-controlled airspace for remote pilots. This 40 question, multiple-choice exam, which covers content relating to BVLOS flights, … [Read more...] about Australia Introduces 40 Question BVLOS Exam for Ops in Non-Controlled Airspace
FAA UAS Symposium: Rep. Rick Larsen and “Perspectives from Capitol Hill” on Drone Integration
Last week's virtual FAA UAS Symposium, a joint event sponsored by AUVSI and the FAA, featured a wide range of speakers from the regulatory and drone communities. In "Perspectives from Capitol Hill", Rep. Rick Larsen, Chair of the House Aviation Sub Committee, explained how law makers approach the complex issues of drone integration into the NAS. Rep. Larsen emphasized … [Read more...] about FAA UAS Symposium: Rep. Rick Larsen and “Perspectives from Capitol Hill” on Drone Integration
