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A Wing Delivery Drone is displayed at a news conference on drone safety at the Department of Transportation Headquarters on August 5, 2025 in Washington, DC. Department of Transportation officials held a news conference to unveil a proposed new rule for drone operators, called Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), which would make it easier for companies, specifically delivery companies, to operate drones beyond the operator’s line of sight without needing a waiver. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

DOT pushes back on drone industry calls for speedy rules

A top official said the agency's goal is to avoid rushing a rule that could favor incumbents or introduce tech lock-in.

Jul 31, 2026 By Lindsey Wilkinson

SwissDrones SDO 50 V2 unmanned vehicle operated by Phoenix Unmanned Systems. (Image credit: Phoenix Unmanned Systems)

The FAA is seeking feedback on next-generation drone operations

The FAA wants input on a range of logistical and safety questions before granting exemptions for beyond "visual-line-of-sight" operations.

May 25, 2023 By Rebecca Heilweil