Federal Aviation Administration

Explore the latest insights and updates from the Federal Aviation Administration, the key authority shaping America’s skies. From regulatory changes to safety protocols, this tag brings you expert analysis on how FAA decisions impact aviation, drones, and everyday air travel. Stay informed on how these developments affect pilots, hobbyists, and all Americans navigating the evolving airspace.

News

How The FCC’s Drone Ban Is Going To Affect Every American

Laura Bennett Jan 8, 2026 1

Photo credit: 51 Drones Amazon Drone Deals: DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC2 now for $1,099! I am well aware that many people within the drone community have grown tired of hearing about the Federal…

News

LIFT Aircraft Begins FAA Type Certification for Commercial HEXA eVTOL

Laura Bennett Dec 28, 2025 1

Move expands HEXA lineup and positions the company for commercial and autonomous air taxi operations LIFT Aircraft has started the Federal Aviation Administration Type Certification process for a new commercial version of its HEXA electric…

Agriculture

LIFT Aircraft Begins FAA Type Certification for Commercial HEXA eVTOL

Ryan Collins Dec 19, 2025 1

LIFT Aircraft has started the Federal Aviation Administration Type Certification process for a new commercial version of its HEXA electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The company announced the milestone from Austin, Texas.…

Agriculture

When Disaster Strikes: From Hurricane Harvey to Melissa. How Drones Have Become the First Responders…

Ryan Collins Oct 28, 2025 0

Eight years after Hurricane Harvey changed everything, drones are now standard in hurricane, wildfire and utility emergencies. As Hurricane Melissa barrels toward Jamaica, local authorities are preparing for high winds, flooding, power…

Agriculture

AX Enterprize Appoints Former FAA Leader Abigail Smith as Chief Operating Officer

Ryan Collins Oct 22, 2025 0

Abby Smith brings decades of aviation experience and a strong record of advancing drone integration AX Enterprize, LLC, a leader in advanced aviation technologies and systems integration, has announced the appointment of Abigail “Abby”…

News

Amazon Drone Makes Emergency Sidewalk Landing Days After Resuming Flights Post-Crane Crash

Laura Bennett Oct 21, 2025 0

Photo credit: Austyn C. / ABC15 An Amazon Prime Air delivery drone made an unplanned landing on a Goodyear, Arizona sidewalk on Tuesday, just 10 days after the company resumed operations following a double crane crash…

Agriculture

Versaterm Brings Native Drone Dispatch into CAD, Pushing Public Safety Drone Adoption Forward

Ryan Collins Oct 15, 2025 0

On October 14, 2025, Versaterm announced a significant advancement in public safety operations: the integration of DroneSense into its Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) platform. This move represents one of the first major instances in which…

News

Skydio X10 Parachute System Fails: FAA Pulls Certification After Zero Sales

Laura Bennett Sep 19, 2025 0

Snag the 2025 Apple MacBook Air M4 13-inch for $799 (Save $200!) – Limited Amazon Deal! The drone industry’s latest head-scratcher: A company that spent months getting FAA approval, then immediately asked to have it…

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Drone Collision Grounds Firefighting Aircraft In LA Wildfire Response

Laura Bennett Sep 17, 2025 0

A Super Scooper firefighting aircraft sustained damage after colliding with a civilian drone while combating the Palisades Fire northwest of Los Angeles on Thursday, highlighting the growing dangers of unauthorized…

Regulations

FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker to Step Down

Thomas Reed Feb 19, 2025 2

Whitaker’s resignation leaves the FAA without a confirmed leader as the agency faces ongoing safety and infrastructure issues. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker has announced his resignation, effective…