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UAS Task Force will streamline registration, define exemptions.

2015-10-28 13:31:09| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Task force has been created to develop recommendations for registration process for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Composed of 25–30 representatives from UAS and manned aviation industries, federal government, and other stakeholders, said task force will advise on aircraft registration exemptions based on low safety risk. Members will also explore options for streamlining registration for commercial UAS operators and may make additional safety recommendations as appropriate.

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US Navy tests RQ-20A Puma UAS abroad USS Gonzalez

2015-09-24 01:00:00| Naval Technology

The US Navy has successfully tested an unmanned aircraft system aboard its guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) during a composite unit training exercise (COMPTUEX).

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UAS Flight Testing accomplishes an aviation first.

2015-09-23 14:31:11| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Evolving technologies necessary for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to safely avoid other aircraft while in flight were tested using NASA's remotely piloted Ikhana aircraft. Equipped with Detect-and-Avoid (DAA) sensors working with airborne- and ground-based computers, Ikhana made 11 flights involving 200+ scripted encounters with approaching aircraft. Actions taken by Ikhana included taking action on its own via programmed maneuvers and alerting remote pilot to take action.

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FAA releases B4UFLY app for beta testing by UAS users.

2015-09-09 14:31:10| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

FAA released beta version of B4UFLY smartphone application for testing by up to 1,000 unmanned aircraft users. Aimed primarily at model aircraft enthusiasts, app gives users information about restrictions or requirements in effect at their current or planned flight location. Status indicator function considers airspace, proximity to airports, temporary flight restrictions, and current law. FAA expects beta test will yield valuable data on how well B4UFLY functions and uncover any software bugs.

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FAA Selects Executives to foster safe UAS airspace integration.

2015-09-04 14:31:09| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Marke Gibson and Earl Lawrence have been selected by FAA for executive-level positions that will guide FAA's approach to safe, timely, and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into U.S. airspace. Gibson will become Senior Advisor on UAS Integration and report directly to FAA Deputy Administrator. Lawrence will serve as Director of UAS Integration Office within FAA's Aviation Safety organization and lead efforts to safely and effectively integrate UAS into U.S. airspace.

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