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FAA Modernizes Airspace Management as Demand Grows Across Aviation Sectors

June 23, 2026 by Miriam McNabb 1 Comment

New FAA planning platform aims to improve management of an increasingly complex National Airspace System The Federal Aviation Administration has selected Air Space Intelligence (ASI) to support a major modernization effort designed to improve how the National Airspace System (NAS) handles growing demand from airlines, cargo operators, and emerging aviation sectors. The June … [Read more...] about FAA Modernizes Airspace Management as Demand Grows Across Aviation Sectors

Why the ADS-B Fee Debate Matters for the Future of Drones and Shared Airspace

March 12, 2026 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

As lawmakers move to limit the use of ADS-B data for fee collection, the debate highlights broader issues around surveillance data, safety technology, and the future integration of drones into shared airspace. News and Commentary.  Support is growing across the United States for legislation that would prohibit the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data … [Read more...] about Why the ADS-B Fee Debate Matters for the Future of Drones and Shared Airspace

Why the FAA’s Largest Reorganization Ever Matters for Drones and Air Taxis

January 28, 2026 by staff Leave a Comment

FAA update drone, drone news of the week new FAA Administrator, Billy Nolen Acting Administrator BVLOS ARC recommendations FAA ARC BVLOS Flight NOTAM name change new LAANC providers

FAA reorganization to pave the way for UAS, AAM airspace integration By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A major overhaul of the Federal Aviation Administration, which Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced on Monday, is expected to pave the way for integrating UAVs into the National Airspace System (NAS), and ensuring that the FFA is ready for the introduction of … [Read more...] about Why the FAA’s Largest Reorganization Ever Matters for Drones and Air Taxis

ADS-B, Privacy, and the Growing Tension in a Shared Airspace

January 23, 2026 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

AOPA Calls Members to Action to Limit ADS-B Misuse  (News and Commentary.) The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has launched a new call to action urging its members to support federal legislation aimed at limiting how Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast data can be used. The effort reflects growing concern among general aviation pilots that a system … [Read more...] about ADS-B, Privacy, and the Growing Tension in a Shared Airspace

Liz Forro Joins the Commercial Drone Alliance as Policy Director

January 14, 2025 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

New Appointment to Support Advocacy and Policy for Commercial Drone Industry The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), a non-profit organization focused on advancing the commercial uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) industry, has announced Liz Forro as its new Policy Director. Forro brings years of experience in aviation policy and regulation to her new role, where she will … [Read more...] about Liz Forro Joins the Commercial Drone Alliance as Policy Director

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New FCC filings highlight company-specific national security concerns alongside broader supply chain risks behind the original Covered List decision. Senator…

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Secure Connectivity: The Common Challenge for Drone Fleets and Counter-Drone Systems

How ZeroTier is helping operators maintain reliable, encrypted communications across commercial drone and counter-UAS applications. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim…

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New airspace restrictions aim to counter unauthorized drone activity and protect border security operations, while limiting civilian drone flights near…

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As Drone Delivery Expands, Community Pushback Becomes a Growing Challenge

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Phase III raises production requirements and technical expectations, while a separate competition for reusable bomber drones faces a schedule change.…

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