The session provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the critical drone regulations that every commercial drone service provider and pilot must understand before taking to the skies. Presenters will cut through the complexity and deliver clear, actionable information to ensure your operations are safe, legal, and compliant, protecting you and your business from potential penalties and liabilities. These specifics include…
- A clear and concise breakdown of the key FAA regulations around commercial drone operations, including Part 107 and other recent updates.
- What it means to obtain authorizations, utilizing LAANC, and understanding temporary flight restrictions (TFRs).
- How to apply for waivers to Part 107 regulations for operations such as nighttime, BVLOS and operations over people.
- The way in which FAA/federal regulations connect with state and local requirements.
- Why record-keeping and documentation requirements are so essential.
Moderated by Juan Plaza, CEO of a services firm specializing in UAV and general aviation issues, this session is your essential guide to navigating the complex world of drone regulations, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence to fly legally, safely, and successfully. Get your specific questions answered directly by experienced professionals who understand the intricacies of drone regulations.
Global Approaches to Standardizing BVLOS Operations and Maintenance Training
The absence of standardized regulations for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations presents significant challenges for safety and risk management with the integration of drones and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the global airspace. Aligning with internationally recognized standards offers a clear path to address these gaps by establishing consistent safety protocols, operational guidelines, and best practices. Additionally, it supports job creation, strengthens workforce capabilities, and ensures greater airworthiness and uptime for drone platforms, enabling organizations to optimize their operations and expand their impact across industries. By adopting comprehensive standards and prioritizing specialized training, the industry can unlock its full potential while maintaining the highest levels of safety and reliability.
Presenter: Josh Olds
The Hidden Costs of UAV Incidents: Lessons from Insurance Claims
This session will explore real-world UAV-related insurance claims, uncovering the hidden risks and financial impacts that operators often overlook. Attendees will gain insights into the most common causes of UAV-related incidents, the true costs beyond simple damages, and how to mitigate risks through smarter operational practices and insurance solutions.
Presenter: Alistair Blundy
Updates and Developments in Drone Law
Drone law is evolving almost as rapidly as the technology. In addition to developing FAA and federal regulations, state and local regulations are undergoing significant development and revision. State and local regulations can be inconsistent, making it difficult to implement a consistent policy across markets. Further, ongoing challenges to state laws on constitutional and other grounds are currently being litigated. How can businesses, industry groups, and communities work together to establish and implement plans for urban and regional air mobility in the face of this uncertainty? Attendees will be able to have these questions as well as their own answered.
Presenter: Tyler Hazen
