AirData has outlined the proposed FAA Part 108 framework and its implications for organizations preparing to conduct routine Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. Read more >>
The proposed regulation establishes a standardized approach intended to support scalable BVLOS missions, moving beyond the individual waiver process currently used for these operations under Part 107. AirData’s overview examines the proposed requirements and considers how operators can prepare their fleets, personnel, records, and compliance processes.
Part 108 would introduce operating permits and certificates for different levels of BVLOS activity, alongside new organizational responsibilities and technical requirements. The framework also introduces new organizational responsibilities and technical provisions covering areas such as Operations Supervisor and Flight Coordinator roles, Remote ID, electronic conspicuity, detect-and-avoid capabilities, system redundancy, conformance monitoring, cybersecurity, anti-collision lighting, and airworthiness acceptance. The proposed framework would apply to applications ranging from delivery and precision agriculture to infrastructure inspection, surveying, and public safety operations.
The full AirData article explains the development and current status of Part 108, compares the proposed framework with Part 107, and examines the authorization levels, personnel responsibilities, and aircraft requirements involved. It also sets out practical steps operators can take ahead of implementation, including reviewing operational records, assessing fleet readiness, identifying personnel requirements, and establishing compliance infrastructure.
Read the full article to explore what FAA Part 108 could mean for BVLOS drone operations and how organizations can prepare for the proposed regulatory framework.
