Industry Leaders React to New Pilot and Operational Standards as the U.S. Takes a Critical Step Toward Scaling eVTOL and AAM Innovations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab The Federal Aviation Administration’s recent issuance of the final draft of its Special Federal Aviation Regulation for powered lift aircraft regulations has drawn comment and positive reactions from … [Read more...] about FAA Issues Final Rule for Powered-Lift Aircraft: A Major Milestone for eVTOL and Advanced Air Mobility
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Drone Sightings Disrupt Swedish Airport: A Growing Need for Global Counter-Drone Technology
Recent drone sightings at Stockholm Arlanda Airport echo past incidents like the Gatwick Airport disruption, highlighting the need for effective counter-drone systems at airports worldwide. [News and Commentary] In a scene reminiscent of the 2018 Gatwick Airport disruption, Sweden's largest airport, Stockholm Arlanda, temporarily halted flights due to the appearance of … [Read more...] about Drone Sightings Disrupt Swedish Airport: A Growing Need for Global Counter-Drone Technology
Lisa Ellman Appointed to FAA’s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee
Commercial Drone Alliance Executive Director and Global UAS Expert to Contribute to Aviation Safety The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has announced that its Executive Director, Lisa Ellman, has been appointed to the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC). U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg selected Ellman to represent the commercial drone … [Read more...] about Lisa Ellman Appointed to FAA’s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee
Altitude Angel Expands EC Sensor Network Across the UK
Establishing Foundations for Advanced Drone Integration in UK Altitude Angel, provider of Unified Traffic Management (UTM) technology, announced a significant expansion of its electronic conspicuity (EC) sensor network across the UK. This development supports the Civil Aviation Authority's (CAA) Airspace Modernisation Strategy and sets the stage for beyond-visual-line-of-sight … [Read more...] about Altitude Angel Expands EC Sensor Network Across the UK
Congressional Testimony: Regulation, Education Needed for Drone Industry to Scale
AUVSI Testimony: Michael Robbins Speaks Before House Subcommittee on Aviation Michael Robbins, President & CEO of the Association of Uncrewed Systems and Vehicles International (AUVSI), recently testified before the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee's Subcommittee on Aviation. Representing the world's largest trade association for uncrewed systems, … [Read more...] about Congressional Testimony: Regulation, Education Needed for Drone Industry to Scale
