25 aviation articles tagged “UAS”
The FAA's new Part 108 rule establishes a standardized framework for commercial BVLOS drone operations, replacing the need for individual waivers.
AI illustrationThe FAA recorded 601 unauthorized drone sightings in Q2 2026, nearly doubling from Q1 as safety concerns mount following high-profile near-misses.
The FAA has proposed a new rule allowing critical infrastructure facilities to establish Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restrictions (UAFRs).
JetBlue Flight 948 reported a drone strike at 3,000 feet near JFK on June 29, 2026, while a helicopter reported a separate near-miss nearby.
The Lanying R6000 autonomous tilt-rotor has completed transition flight testing, marking a key milestone in China's heavy-lift drone development.
Former FAA official Jennifer D. Ambrose founded Aviation Aerospace Law PLLC to support industry compliance with emerging UAS and safety regulations.
The Vivid Sydney drone failure highlights the critical need for robust autonomous emergency landing protocols as commercial drone delivery scales.
The FAA is finalizing the Part 108 rule to permit routine BVLOS drone operations, replacing current waiver requirements to scale commercial use.
Airbus unveiled its U145 autonomous helicopter at the ILA Berlin 2026 airshow, targeting heavy-lift logistics with a maiden flight scheduled for late 2026.
The FAA is enforcing strict No Drone Zones for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with violators facing up to $100,000 in fines under the new DETER program.
Matternet secured $33 million in a private placement as part of a reverse merger, becoming the first publicly traded FAA Type-Certified drone firm.
The UK Law Commission released recommendations to modernize drone and eVTOL regulations, focusing on pilot responsibilities and autonomous flight safety.
Celeste Ecoflyers is developing the dAS10, an inflatable cargo drone designed for safe, low-speed (25 km/h) logistics with 64x less energy use.
The UK CAA's shift to the SORA framework has increased drone application fees by over 100%, creating significant financial barriers for operators.
The FAA proposed a new rule creating a process for 5-year no-drone zones over 16 critical infrastructure sectors to enhance national security.
The FAA has declared all FIFA World Cup 2026 venues 'No Drone Zones,' establishing TFRs and warning of fines up to $100,000 for unauthorized flights.
The FAA has launched the DETER program to expedite enforcement actions against illegal drone operators, aiming to improve national airspace safety.
AIR has completed the first flight of its Production Cargo-Heavy UAS, an eVTOL drone capable of carrying a 550 lb payload for military and logistics use.
Reliable Robotics completes FAA-contracted Detect and Avoid flight tests, validating ACAS X for integrating uncrewed aircraft into national airspace.
Zenith Multi Trading DMCC signed a Letter of Intent for a 51% stake in Spanish UAS manufacturer Singular Aircraft, marking its entry into aerospace.
