New rules remove a decades-old restriction on airborne use of the 800 MHz Cellular band. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted on October 29 to remove a longstanding restriction on drone use of the 800 MHz Cellular band. The decision opens 50 megahertz of licensed spectrum for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The new rules allow drones to use the spectrum for … [Read more...] about FCC Opens 50 MHz of Cellular Spectrum for Drone Operations
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As Drone Delivery Expands, Cities Turn to Zoning Rules to Address Local Concerns
Communities explore land use restrictions to manage drone delivery hubs while federal authorities retain control of the airspace. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As drone delivery services are expanding their operations, bringing their service to new areas across the country, local municipalities are scrambling to enact regulations to limit the potential negative … [Read more...] about As Drone Delivery Expands, Cities Turn to Zoning Rules to Address Local Concerns
New Border Drone Restrictions Raise Questions for Commercial Operators
AUVSI calls for clearer approval procedures as federal agencies expand efforts to counter cartel drones along the U.S.-Mexico border. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill New federally imposed rules to combat the flights of cartel drones, by restricting UAV operations along a narrow strip of land along the U.S. Mexico border, should be enhanced to allow greater legitimate … [Read more...] about New Border Drone Restrictions Raise Questions for Commercial Operators
As Drone Delivery Expands, Community Pushback Becomes a Growing Challenge
Amazon's proposed Massachusetts drone delivery hub faces congressional scrutiny, adding to concerns raised in other communities. Amazon's plans to expand drone delivery into Massachusetts are facing opposition from residents and lawmakers. The dispute highlights a challenge for the industry as commercial operations scale: gaining community acceptance. On October 14, four … [Read more...] about As Drone Delivery Expands, Community Pushback Becomes a Growing Challenge
Beyond the Rule: Preparing for the Operational Reality of BVLOS
What will operators actually need to do differently under Part 108? The FAA's proposed Part 108 rule has generated significant excitement across the commercial drone industry. By creating a standardized regulatory framework for many beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, the proposal could reduce reliance on today's case-by-case waiver process and make routine BVLOS … [Read more...] about Beyond the Rule: Preparing for the Operational Reality of BVLOS
