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FAA Panel at National Public Safety UAS Conference Highlights New Waivers and Process Improvements
- At the National Public Safety UAS Conference, FAA officials provided updates on new waivers, regulatory processes, and efforts to improve airspace access for public safety drones.
- The Shielded Operations Waiver streamlines public safety drone operations, allowing BVLOS operations, flights over people, and Class G airspace access.
- Public safety drone operators must equip drones with specific equipment to qualify for the Shielded Operations Waiver.
- A new Part 91 waiver provides expanded airspace access for law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management agencies.
- Improved COA processing times benefit public safety agencies, with Shielded Operations Waiver processing as quickly as one to two weeks.
- Standardized communication and clear terminology are emphasized for faster approval of waivers and COAs.
- A new Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) category for mass gatherings provides additional airspace protection for public events.
- The FAA aims for automation in waiver processing while maintaining human oversight for safety, especially in complex airspace operations.
- Updates from the conference highlight the commitment to enhancing drone operations for public safety agencies through expedited waivers and reduced COA processing times.
- Collaboration between public safety agencies and the FAA will be crucial for safe and efficient UAS deployments in emergencies.
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