Check those NOTAMs carefully—drones may be nearby.
The FAA issued its 1 millionth airspace authorization for a small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS)—also known as drones—to use busy airspace.
FAA Drone Pilot Numbers Hit Milestone
The association recently issued its 1 millionth sUAS airspace authorization.
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has issued its 1 millionth airspace authorization for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) through its automated Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC), integrating drones into busy airspace.
- Drones are increasingly employed beyond recreational use across diverse sectors, including industrial inspections, environmental tasks, law enforcement, and military operations.
- As of early February 2022, there were over 860,000 registered drones (with more than 328,000 for commercial use) and over 261,000 certified remote pilots, reflecting a rapidly expanding drone ecosystem.
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