US EditionUS government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances
UNITED STATES, AUG 5 – The proposed rule removes individual waiver requirements and mandates collision-avoidance technology, aiming to boost drone deliveries and inspections with over 650 waivers already granted, FAA said.
- A new federal rule was proposed to allow longer-distance drone operations out of the operator's sight without a waiver process, announced on Tuesday.
- The rule aims to open up drone use for deliveries, inspection of infrastructure, and agriculture on large farms.
- This draft rule is expected to enhance safety, transform commercial services, and strengthen public safety.
- President Donald Trump directed the Transportation Department to expedite the release of this rule in June.
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A new federal rule proposed on Tuesday would make it easier for companies to use drones at longer distances outside the operator’s sight without having to go through a cumbersome exemption process. The federal government had already approved 657 exemptions to allow companies like Amazon and major utilities to do this under certain circumstances, but the exemption process made it difficult. The rule would establish a clear process for drone opera…
FAA proposes easing restrictions on drones
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - From delivering medicine to inspecting power lines drones are about to fly farther than ever before. On Tuesday, the Federal Aviation Administration unveiled a proposed rule that would allow certain drones to fly beyond the operator’s visual line of sight without needing a special waiver from the government. The move is expected to dramatically expand commercial drone operations across the country. “You may change the way …
US Government Proposes Easing Some Restrictions on Drones Traveling Long Distances
NEW YORK – A new federal rule proposed Tuesday would make it easier for companies to use drones over longer distances out of the operator’s sight without having to go through a cumbersome waiver process. Join our WhatsApp group Subscribe to our Daily Roundup Email The federal government had already approved 657 waivers to allow […]
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