FAA Considers Leidos Request to Broaden Drone Operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight
August 26, 2025
August 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration is reviewing a petition from Leidos Inc., Reston, Virginia, that could change how drones are used for commercial purposes.
The company has requested an adjustment to its current exemption to permit flights beyond the direct visual range of an operator. This type of operation, known as beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), is considered critical for various applications, including remo . . .
The company has requested an adjustment to its current exemption to permit flights beyond the direct visual range of an operator. This type of operation, known as beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), is considered critical for various applications, including remo . . .