uAvionix, with support from the Northern Plains UAS Test Site, demonstrated to the FAA that it has established adequate risk mitigations to satisfy required safety standards for beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations in the National Airspace System, company officials said.
Unmanned Aerial Systems
Getting — or giving — a drone for Christmas? Make sure it’s flown legally
Laws vary widely between the states, so check out this new report that breaks down how your state governs drones.
The Complete Remote Pilot updated
Now in its second edition is “The Complete Remote Pilot,” a book for those interested in obtaining a Remote Pilot Certificate, which is required to operate drones for commercial use.
New name for Colorado drone organization
Since its founding in 2017, membership has grown quickly in the Central Colorado UAS club — so quickly, in fact, that it’s spurred a name change for the organization to Mountain West UAS (MWUAS).
2023 Remote Pilot Test Prep released
Aviation Supplies & Academics is now shipping its 2023 Remote Pilot Test Prep book and Test Prep Plus, reflecting the latest information to prepare for FAA Knowledge Exams.
FAA grants support research on how drones can assist in disasters
“Every second counts in an emergency, and this funding will allow drones to safely and more quickly deploy in moments when minutes matter,” said Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen.
Researchers develop AI pilot that can navigate crowded airspace
The artificial intelligence can safely avoid collisions, predict the intent of other aircraft, track aircraft and coordinate with their actions, and communicate over the radio with pilots and air traffic controllers, according to the researchers.
Drones take 5G to new heights
AT&T’s Flying COW (Cell on Wings) drone has the potential to bring connectivity to the nation’s most remote areas.
Free drone training from Reno Air Races
The class is free for military veterans and their families, public safety officers, and high school educators and high school students.