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Creating the FAR/AIM: How a Bill becomes a Regulation

In ASA, Aviation Law, FAA, RegulationsNovember 1, 2024

With the election around the corner, knowledge about how the government works is at a premium. The Learn to Fly Blog has talked about additions and upcoming changes to aviation regulations, but we haven’t covered how these get created in the

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TFRs and Sports: Drone Footage Exciting and Dangerous

In Drones, FAA, sUAS, UASOctober 10, 2024

Football season is upon us, and game footage is everywhere. Watching your favorite team take on their rival (whether on TV or streaming on a phone or computer) you may notice that one swooping angle is missing: drone coverage. While the spring football leagues, first the USFL and now the

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The FAA Reauthorization: Why It’s Important

In Aviation Law, FAA, RegulationsMay 10, 2024

If you’ve been spending time near the aviation industry in the past year, you have probably heard about the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) reauthorization. Most of the FAA’s budget is financed from the Airport & Airway Trust Fund, which receives its revenue from aviation excise taxes

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FAA Releases New Airman Certification Standards

In ACS, FAA, RegulationsApril 4, 2024

For the past several years, the FAA has been working on an update for the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS). Monday, using a process called incorporation by reference (IBR), Parts …

Remote ID Now Enforced for Drones

In FAA, Regulations, sUASMarch 14, 2024

If you’re a remote pilot, you should know that March 16, 2024, is an important date regarding the enforcement of Remote ID for drones. The FAA has been working to safely and securely integrate UAS (uncrewed aircraft systems) into the national airspace system. This has included a move toward drones

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