Over 2,800 commercial drone firms have applied to be "interested parties" - partnering with state, local and tribal governments on the UAS Integration Pilot Program. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) UAS Integration Pilot Program has generated extreme interest in the drone industry. The program, signed by President Trump last month and launched by Transportation … [Read more...] about Over 2,800 Drone Firms Are “Interested Parties” in UAS Integration Pilot Program
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76 Part 107 Waivers for Commercial Drones Granted on Day 1
The FAA announced this week that it granted 76 Part 107 waivers on the first day that the new law came into effect (Monday, August 29.) The Part 107 waivers will allow for commercial operations outside of the restrictions of the Small UAS Rule, which include BVLOS (beyond visual line of sight) flight and flight at night. FAA Administrator Michael Huerta said that the agency … [Read more...] about 76 Part 107 Waivers for Commercial Drones Granted on Day 1
