The FAA has approved more than 50,000 applications from drone operators nationwide through its Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) to fly in controlled airspace, exceeding expectations.
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Sharing the skies with drones
As more drones take to the skies, traditional pilots are concerned about their own safety.
Want to win a drone racing world cup? It pays to be a teen
Of the top eight winners in the 2018 FAI Drone Racing World Cup, six were in the junior category.
AMA Expo West moves to Pomona
The Academy of Model Aeronautics will host its West Expo Nov. 2-4 in Pomona, California.
Study reveals drones pose increasing risks to aircraft
A new study discovered that one in five drone flights pose a risk to manned aircraft.
FlightSafety releases drone pilot training course
FlightSafety has launched an online drone training course, with flight training coming in January 2019.
Drone Safety: Where to start
Drones, like manned aircraft, require planning and preparation to complete a flight successfully.
Free webinar gives overview of FAA reauthorization
In a free, 90-minute recording, veteran aviation attorneys dive into the recently passed FAA reauthorization and its implications for general aviation, the drone industry, the airlines, and more.
FAA approves new providers for processing drone airspace authorizations
The FAA has approved an additional nine new partners to its Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) initiative, which provides processing of airspace authorizations for Part 107 drone operators who fly in controlled airspace.