The FAA confirmed that RigiTech’s Eiger drone is compliant with the regulator’s Remote ID rule, which took full effect in March. [Courtesy: RigiTech]
Key Takeaways:
Drone manufacturer RigiTech's Eiger drone has achieved FAA Remote ID compliance, a crucial step for expanding its drone delivery operations within the U.S.
This compliance is essential for enabling Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flights, allowing U.S. customers like Spright to pursue waivers for broader and more complex drone delivery services.
The Eiger drone, supported by RigiTech's RigiCloud software for autonomous control and regulatory compliance, is a durable aircraft capable of medical and humanitarian deliveries, with a track record of BVLOS operations on five continents.
Drone delivery manufacturer RigiTech has announced a key update with implications for its aircraft in the U.S.
The company last week announced that the FAA confirmed its Eiger drone to be compliant with the regulator’s Remote ID rule, a key step toward expanding operations in the U.S. to go beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) of the operator.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
