Leading airspace intelligence platform AirMap says that "instantaneous authorization" for drone operation in controlled airspace is coming soon. AirMap has partnered with the FAA on the development of LAANC, the Low-Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability, to help commercial pilots streamline the waiver process. Currently in the US, drone operators must get … [Read more...] about AirMap:”Instantaneous Authorization” Coming Soon
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What’s the FAA’s Drone Tracking ARC – and Who’s on it?
The FAA's "UAS Identification and Tracking Aviation Rulemaking Committee," [UAS-ID ARC] or the "ID and Tracking ARC", has been a hot topic on drone regulation forums. But what exactly is the ID and Tracking ARC, and who is on the committee? The FAA has recently published the ARC's charter and the list of members. Some background: when drone registration (now declared … [Read more...] about What’s the FAA’s Drone Tracking ARC – and Who’s on it?
Would Privatizing Air Traffic Control Actually Help Drone Delivery?
A recent article published on Recode.net speculated that the privatization of air traffic control, as announced by President Donald Trump earlier this week, could actually speed up drone integration - and the commercial applications that can't be utilized until it's complete, like drone delivery. "The proposal to privatize air traffic management comes as the FAA and NASA are … [Read more...] about Would Privatizing Air Traffic Control Actually Help Drone Delivery?
AUVSI, Flirtey Testify on Drone Delivery in the US
AUVSI President and CEO Brian Wynne and Shyam Chidamber, drone delivery company Flirtey's "Senior Advisor and Chief Evangelist," testified before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on "Delivery to Consumers." Wynne and Chidamber joined representatives from Postmates (a platform for local couriers) and Georgetown University. Each panel member gave a five minute … [Read more...] about AUVSI, Flirtey Testify on Drone Delivery in the US
5 Drone Applications Legal in Europe – But Not in the US
The drone industry isn't limited by technology. The technology exists to use drones to carry people, things, and tools: the variety of payloads and hardware available is stunning. But not all of this technology can be used. Commercial applications are limited primarily by regulations. Drone regulations in heavily utilized airspace are critical to ensure the safety of the … [Read more...] about 5 Drone Applications Legal in Europe – But Not in the US
