Drones

DETER program will speed up enforcement against unsafe and unauthorized drone operations.

Texas airspace disruptions preceded agreement with Pentagon finding the system safe for civil flights.

Company says data from airport-area flights will support ongoing FAA and RTCA standards work for uncrewed aircraft integration.

The helicopter is expected to support autonomy evaluations as the service advances modernization efforts.

March action follows January temporary exemptions tied to broader foreign UAS restrictions.

North Dakota site first non-federal entity to receive unfiltered FAA surveillance feed.

Stakeholders outline differing paths for electronic conspicuity, right-of-way and detect-and-avoid during re-opened Part 108 comment period.

Report says FAA must clarify roles, milestones for aircraft communication and avoidance.

Incident adds to recent series of Prime Air drone accidents in Texas and Arizona.

Agency actions include fines, new policies and interagency coordination as counter-UAS efforts increase.