Part 1 of DRONELIFE's Exclusive Series: The Human Edge: People, Perception, and the Future of Drone Operations In this three-part DRONELIFE guest series, transportation and aviation experts Aloha Ley and Giovanni Carnaroli examine the human dimension of drone operations through the lens of current research and operational experience. Rather than focusing solely on technology, … [Read more...] about Mind Over Drone: How Cognitive Load and Pilot Fatigue Are Reshaping Flight Safety
Drone Regulations
FCC Eyes Next Step in Drone Supply Chain Overhaul With Proposed Sales Ban on Military-Grade Foreign Drones
Agency extends trusted drone exemptions while seeking comment on broader commercial restrictions for certain foreign-made systems The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is taking another step in its effort to reshape the U.S. drone market. The agency announced Tuesday that it is seeking public comment on whether to prohibit the import, marketing, or sale of certain … [Read more...] about FCC Eyes Next Step in Drone Supply Chain Overhaul With Proposed Sales Ban on Military-Grade Foreign Drones
FCC Targets Eight Drone Companies With Proposed Fines Over Unanswered National Security Inquiries
Enforcement Bureau says companies failed to respond to investigations involving equipment added to the FCC Covered List The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed $25,000 forfeitures against eight drone-related companies after they allegedly failed to respond to Enforcement Bureau investigations examining whether they marketed equipment subject to U.S. national … [Read more...] about FCC Targets Eight Drone Companies With Proposed Fines Over Unanswered National Security Inquiries
Civil Liberties Groups Warn FAA Drone Rule Could Restrict Journalism
Coalition argues the proposed Section 2209 rule should better protect First Amendment newsgathering while allowing security restrictions around critical infrastructure. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Citing the important use of drones in news-gathering, a coalition of civil liberties groups is advocating for changes to a proposed FAA rule designed to allow important … [Read more...] about Civil Liberties Groups Warn FAA Drone Rule Could Restrict Journalism
FAA Data Shows Drone Sightings Near Airports Nearly Doubled in Second Quarter
After incidents, FAA warns against drones at airports By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The number of reported close encounters between drones and manned aircraft at U.S. airports almost doubled between the first and second quarters of 2026, according to FAA data. From April through June 2026, the FAA reported 601 drone sightings near airports, compared with only 320 … [Read more...] about FAA Data Shows Drone Sightings Near Airports Nearly Doubled in Second Quarter
