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Drone Flying Now Out of Sight

The Skyfront and FAA team are both very proud of this Part 107 first. Skyfront
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Skyfront's Perimeter 4 hybrid gas-electric drone successfully completed a beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flight.
  • The drone navigated a challenging four-mile stretch of rugged, mountainous terrain along the Trans-Alaska pipeline, maintaining constant altitude and performing significant ascents/descents.
  • The mission was observed and approved by FAA representatives, who deemed it safe, effective, and efficient, marking a milestone for drone integration into the national airspace.
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No matter your perspective about the integration of drones into the national airspace system (NAS), Skyfront’s recent flight of its Perimeter 4 hybrid gas-electric drone beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) of the operator looks like nothing other than a complete success.

Rob Mark

Rob Mark is an award-winning journalist, business jet pilot, flight instructor, and blogger.

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