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Australian CASA Grants BVLOS Approval for Drone Flights over 500 Kilometers

Xplorate has secured BVLOS approval from Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority to fly SwissDrones SDO 50 over 500 kilometers in Queensland By Sarah Simpson / 01 Sep 2024

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Australian CASA Grants BVLOS Approval for Drone Flights over 500 Kilometers
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SwissDrones, a leading developer of unmanned helicopter drones has highlighted a significant milestone in Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations achieved by Xplorate.

Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has granted Xplorate approval to conduct BVLOS flights over 500 kilometers in Queensland, making it one of the longest-range BVLOS authorizations globally.

Utilizing SwissDrones’ advanced SDO 50 RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems), Xplorate has extended its operational range to deliver enhanced solutions across industries such as infrastructure, energy, and emergency services.

This approval allows for more efficient data collection and improved coverage in remote and challenging areas.

Posted by Sarah Simpson As Head of Content for Unmanned Systems Technology, Sarah uses her extensive background in research and technical copywriting to spotlight the latest innovations in autonomy, robotics, and sensing. Sarah joined in 2018 and loves to highlight how uncrewed systems are making a tangible difference in the modern world. Connect

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