Drone services provider AirMap is the next vendor to provide access to instant airspace authorizations through the FAA's prototype evaluation of the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system. Automated authorizations are available currently at only 4 U.S. airports: the FAA plans to add more facilities to the evaluation program in 2018. "For the … [Read more...] about AirMap Now Offers Airspace Authorizations through LAANC Program
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The LAANC Solution and Government Committees: Who Benefits?
One thing that everyone can agree upon is that there's been a lot happening in the drone industry in the last few weeks. One of the big news pieces has been the introduction of the LAANC (Low Altitude Airspace Notification Capability) system in a limited form. The LAANC system could solve a major problem for drone operators, eliminating some of the significant time delays … [Read more...] about The LAANC Solution and Government Committees: Who Benefits?
FAA Releases First Set of Maps to Ease Authorization Process
The FAA has followed through on its promise to ease the commercial drone authorization process, publishing more than 200 facility maps this week. "This marks a key first step as the FAA and industry work together to automate the airspace authorization process," says the FAA. "The maps will help drone operators improve the quality of their Part 107 airspace authorization … [Read more...] about FAA Releases First Set of Maps to Ease Authorization Process
FAA Takes Steps to Process Authorizations More Quickly
The FAA is taking steps to improve the processing of airspace authorization requests, by releasing the first set of UAS facility maps at the end of the month. "The maps will depict areas and altitudes near airports where UAS may operate safely," says the agency. "They will help drone operators improve the quality of their Part 107 airspace authorization requests and will help … [Read more...] about FAA Takes Steps to Process Authorizations More Quickly
FAA Authorizations and Waivers: 3 Big Questions (And the Answers)
The enactment of Part 107 late this summer regularized commercial drone operation in the US. For drone operators who are working in remote areas at a distance from airports and entirely within Part 107's guidelines, a Part 107 Remote Pilot's Certificate may be all they need. But for most operators, waivers and authorizations are a part of life. The FAA has done its best to … [Read more...] about FAA Authorizations and Waivers: 3 Big Questions (And the Answers)
