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FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker to Step Down

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Whitaker’s resignation leaves the FAA without a confirmed leader as the agency faces ongoing safety and infrastructure issues. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker has announced his resignation, effective January 20, 2025, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s inauguration day. Whitaker’s departure leaves the FAA, already grappling with significant challenges, without a confirmed leader at […]

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FAA’s BVLOS Draft Rule at a Critical Crossroads: Update

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Industry Leaders Call for Timely Action to Unlock Drone Potential: BVLOS Draft Moves from DOT to OMB The drone industry stands on the verge of significant growth, but bureaucratic delays threaten to stall its progress. A new draft rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, currently under review by the White House Office […]

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FAA Issues Final Rule for Powered-Lift Aircraft: A Major Milestone for eVTOL and Advanced Air Mobility

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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 […]

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SORA-Mate: New Automated Risk Assessment Tool Launched for Drone Operators in Australia and New Zealand

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Streamlined Compliance and Enhanced Safety for Drone Operations ANRA Technologies and Hover UAV have announced the launch of SORA-Mate, a new automated tool designed to simplify risk assessments for drone operators. The platform is available in Australia, New Zealand, and across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. A Solution for Expanding Drone Operations Drones have become an […]

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FAA Proposes $341,413 in Civil Penalties for Drone Regulation Violations

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FAA Takes Steps to Ensure Drone Operators Follow Airspace Regulations The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 individuals who violated federal drone regulations between October 2022 and June 2024. These penalties are part of the FAA’s ongoing efforts to ensure that drone operators are aware of and adhere to […]

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Lisa Ellman Appointed to FAA’s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee

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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 industry for a two-year […]

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FAA Drone & AAM Symposium 2024, Key Takeaways and Future Predictions: A DRONELIFE Exclusive from Dawn Zoldi

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Reflections on the FAA Drone & AAM Symposium DRONELIFE is honored to post this Op-Ed by industry thought leader Dawn Zoldi on the conversations and results from the recent FAA Drone and AAM Symposium, sponsored by the FAA and AUVSI.  If you missed attending, read on for an inside view of the key messages delivered […]

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FAA Progress on BVLOS Rules and Advanced Air Mobility Integration

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FAA’s Deputy Administrator Outlines Timeline for BVLOS Rulemaking and Plans for Drone and AAM Integration into National Airspace By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A high-ranking FAA official on Tuesday promised that the agency is on track to meet the scheduled timeline for issuing a final beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) rule by January, […]

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FAA Grants Historic BVLOS Approval for Multiple Operators in DFW Area

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Zipline and Wing Aviation to Pioneer Package Deliveries Using Advanced UTM Technology in Dallas/Fort Worth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The FAA on Tuesday announced its first-ever approval for beyond visual line of sight drone flights by more than one operator flying in the same airspace. Under the new authorizations Zipline International and Wing […]

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North Carolina Repeals Drone Knowledge Test and Permit Requirement

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Legislative Changes Reflect Evolving Landscape of Drone Operations In a significant legislative shift, the North Carolina General Assembly has passed House Bill 198, effectively removing the requirement for a state uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operator knowledge test and permit. This decision follows sustained advocacy by AeroX and its members, who have played a crucial role […]

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