AirData surpasses 65 million drone flights as the FAA’s BVLOS rule awaits publication - sUAS News
AirData reports over 65 million drone flights as the FAA prepares to publish the BVLOS rule, impacting operations requiring beyond visual line of sight.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Commercial Drone (Part 107) Rules space on September 2, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. All drone operators planning to conduct BVLOS operations. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Publication date of the BVLOS rule (exact date TBD).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Commercial Drone (Part 107) Rules continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The FAA's upcoming BVLOS rule will provide new regulations for beyond visual line of sight operations.
Who it affects
All drone operators planning to conduct BVLOS operations.
What you must do
Stay informed about the BVLOS rule publication and prepare to comply with new regulations once released.
Deadline
Publication date of the BVLOS rule (exact date TBD).
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