Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao’s office sent out a memo announcing new information about the FAA’s state program to allow state and local governments to control their own drone regulations. It will also allow them to partner with private sector entities such as UAS operators or manufacturers to accelerate safe UAS integration.
UAS Integration Pilot Program Allows State and Local Drone Control
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has launched a new program enabling state and local governments to control their own drone regulations and partner with private entities to accelerate safe UAS integration.
- This program allows teams to submit proposals for advanced drone operations, such as beyond visual line-of-sight or over people, to foster new commercial opportunities and inform broader UAS integration into the National Airspace System.
- Key application deadlines for interested entities include submitting a Notice of Intent within 20 days and completing application volumes within 35 and 57 days of the Federal Register Notice.
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