LibGuides: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems: Policies

Legal/Legislation

H.R. 5125 American Security Drone Act of 2019
To ban the Federal procurement of certain drones and other unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.
Keeping Pace with Innovation – Update on the Safe Integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems into the Airspace
U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security, convenes a hearing titled “Keeping Pace with Innovation – Update on the Safe Integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems into the Airspace,” at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. This link includes an embedded archived webcast of the hearing.
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Committee on commerce, science and transportation, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington D.C. (2018)
Ultimate Guide to Drone Laws from a Lawyer & Pilot (2018)
FAA Regulations & Policies
FAA Airspace Restrictions
The U.S. Isn’t Prepared for the Growing Threat of Drones
Washington Post. July 4, 2017. Opinion from Homeland Security Secretary.

FAA and National Programs

Dan Elwell Announces LAANC
FAA Acting Administrator Dan Elwell announces the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability.
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FAA, 2018.
DOT UAS Initiatives
On January 14, 2019, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced proposed new rules and a pilot project to allow unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), or more commonly called drones, to fly overnight and over people without waivers under certain conditions and to further integrate drones safely into the national airspace system.

Dots and Infrastructure Panel
Slides from a workshop at the Commercial UAV Expo-Americas, October 1-3, 2018.
Original Description: UAS deployed for roads, bridges and tunnels are realizing increased value, from fault detection to asset management. But what does it take to successfully integrate a UAV program into a government agency? In-depth content in this workshop will provide practical knowledge for developing policy and guidelines for UAV programs.

FAA Begins Drone Airspace Authorization Expansion
FAA news release explains details about the automated system that will ultimately provide near real-time processing of airspace authorization
requests for unmanned aircraft (UAS) operators
nationwide.
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FAA, 2018. Washington D.C.
FAA Expands Automated Airspace Control for Drones
Article discusses the Federal Aviation Administration expansion of its drone flight authorization system.
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Rockwell, 2018. The Business of Federal Technology
FAA UAS Data Exchange
The FAA UAS Data Exchange is an innovative, collaborative approach between government and private industry facilitating the sharing of airspace data between the two parties.
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FAA, 2018. Washington. D.C.
FAA UAS Sightings Report
FAA Surveys Commercial Drone Operators
GPS World. June 29, 2018.

NCHRP 20-68A: US Domestic Scan Program-Domestic Scan 17-01
Successful Approaches for the Use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) by Surface Transportation Agencies - Findings, Conclusions and Recommendations

EDC On Ramp To Innovation: Unmanned Aerial Systems
UAS can benefit nearly all aspects of highway transportation, from inspection to construction and operations, by collecting high-quality data automatically or remotely. These relatively low-cost devices allow agencies to expedite the data collection needed for better-informed decisions while reducing the adverse impacts of temporary work zones on work crews and the traveling public.
FAA Approves Solar Drone Flights Over Hawaiian Island.
The drone will provide a stratospheric telecommunications platform system across the stratosphere of the Hawaiian island of Lanai.
FAA Issues Waiver to Fly Drones with Parachutes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced today that it issued Hensel Phelps Construction Company of Washington, D.C., a Part 107 waiver on June 1 to operate a DJI Phantom 4 drone, equipped with a parachute, over people. A waiver is required to operate a drone contrary to the rules in part 107, which is the small unmanned aircraft rule.
Opportunities Exist for FAA To Strengthen Its Review and Oversight Processes for Unmanned Aircraft System Waivers
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of the Inspector General has released a report that evaluates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)’s processes for granting waivers under the rule for small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operations. FAA is allowed to issue waivers for certain UAS operators. This report also evaluates the FAA’s oversight of these operators.
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Nov. 7, 2018

Policy Documentation

Alabama

Governor's Alabama Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Task Force

California

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Caltrans Division of Aeronautics has created this portal to provide relevant and timely information on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations on the State’s highway system or for Caltrans business.

Colorado

Fly UAS Responsibly

This page gives Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), or "drone" users important information and guidance needed to fly safely and responsibly.

Illinois

Unmanned Aircraft Systems / Drones

When you fly a drone in the United States, it is your responsibility to understand and abide by the rules.

Iowa

Unmanned aircraft systems

The use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) is growing rapidly. The need for information resources involving UAS is high as the industry continues to evolve.

Purpose: To define the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operated by the Construction Engineering Services Bureau (CES)

New Jersey

Unmanned Aircraft Systems/Drones

Before flying an UAS in New Jersey it is the responsibility of the UAS operator to understand and abide by the rules governing UAS operations.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Parks and Forestry Policy

Nevada

Know Before You Fly UAS Program

The State of Nevada supports the safe operation of drones for recreational use and commercial purposes. Coordination is a MUST!! There are many areas around the airport that are NOT SAFE to fly drones because manned aircraft will be at low altitudes.

North Carolina

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

As a leader in drone implementation, one of the N.C. Department of Transportation's primary goals is to ensure that users in North Carolina – whether recreational, commercial or government – are flying the aircraft safely and responsibly.

North Dakota

Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration Pilot Program

Ohio

Welcome to the Ohio/Indiana UAS Center

Oregon

Oregon Dept. of Aviation UAS Links

Included are links to recent legislation in Oregon as well as links to federal guidelines.

Tennessee

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)/Drones

Texas

Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Services

The TxDOT Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Program is designed to be flexible while ensuring that all UAS activities are conducted in the safest manner possible in compliance with all statutory requirements.

Utah

UDOT policies and procedures

UAS policies that integrate unmanned aircraft into the National Airspace System (NAS).

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems: Policies