WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Twelve unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) service providers have collectively issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation emphasizing the need for modifications to the agency's proposed regulations on beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations for drones. The engaged companies, which are active participants in U.S. UTM Implementation governance committees, advocate for the effective use of strategic conflict detection as a cornerstone for manag more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA), Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) advocating for the swift adoption of rules to normalize Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in agricultural settings. ARA represents a broad coalition of agricultural retailers and distributors across all 50 states, emphasizing the critical need for regulatory reforms to bolster more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Airlines for America (A4A) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) emphasizing the need for a comprehensive rulemaking approach to normalize operations of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The industry group expresses strong support for the FAA's draft proposals intended to enhance safety, oversight, and operational requirements for commercial drone operations within the National Airspace System ( more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The American Cement Association (ACA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing its support for the agency's proposed rule aimed at normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight operations (BVLOS). The letter outlines the ACA's appreciation for the FAA's efforts in integrating UAS into the national airspace system safely. As representatives of cement manufacturers across the United States, the AC more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- ANRA Technologies, Chantilly, Virginia, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding its notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) titled "Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations." The company expressed gratitude for the FAA's efforts to modernize regulations, emphasizing the need for specific enhancements to facilitate safe and scalable Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. The com more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Artisun Photography LLC, Port Charlotte, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding its proposed rulemaking on "Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) Operations." In the letter, the company commended the agency's initiative to modernize its regulatory framework and provided detailed recommendations aimed at enhancing safety while fostering innovation in the drone industry. Artisun Photography emphasized the importanc more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- ASTM International, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing the notice of proposed rulemaking for normalizing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight operations. The letter, submitted in response to a notice from August 8, 2025, outlines ASTM's extensive involvement in ensuring standards for the UAS sector, particularly as they relate to safety and operational efficiency. more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- BRINC Drones, Seattle, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled "Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations." In the extensive letter, BRINC advocates for a regulatory framework that supports the integration and operational efficiency of drones in public safety missions. As a U.S. manufacturer  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Cathy Kramer, president and owner of Caddis LLC, Louisville, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) regarding an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that amends the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. The firm's owner is opposed to a provision in the rule that categorically excludes race and sex as factors in individualized social-disadvantage determinations. The letter argues the IFR overshoots the agency's goal o more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International Cascade Chapter (Cascade AUVSI), Cascade Locks, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing critical concerns regarding proposed rulemaking for Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. In its letter, Cascade AUVSI emphasizes that while it appreciates the FAA's efforts in establishing a regulatory framework for BV more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Chem-Air LLC, a family-owned helicopter business based in Shreveport, Louisiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for 14 CFR Part 108. The letter underscores serious concerns over newly proposed guidelines affecting Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). In the letter, Chem-Air highlights that it has more than 50 years in the helicopter busine more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Conexus MedStaff LLC, a healthcare staffing organization based in Houston, Texas, has issued a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing serious concerns regarding the proposed implementation of a weighted selection process for cap-subject H-1B petitions. The organization advocates for the continuation of a truly random lottery selection system to ensure that U.S. healthcare needs are met effectively. In its letter, Conexus MedStaff outl more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Entergy Services LLC (ESL), New Orleans, Louisiana, on behalf of Entergy Arkansas LLC, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the proposed approval of the Arkansas regional haze State Implementation Plan (SIP) for the second implementation period. The proposal, published in the Federal Register, outlines measures aimed at improving air quality and reducing haze in protected areas. Entergy Arkansas, LLC, a subsidiar more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Flight Next, Wollongong, Australia, a digital organization specializing in international policy discussions, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This submission comes in response to Docket No. FAA-2025-1908, intended to lay a regulatory foundation for uncrewed aviation. The organizatio more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Florida Keys Mosquito Control District, Key West, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing serious concerns regarding the Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration's proposed rule aimed at normalizing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight operations. This rule has implications for vital aerial operations that the District undertakes regularly to manage mosquito popula more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Flowco, Houston, Texas, an innovative provider of production optimization and methane mitigation solutions in the oil and gas sector, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding proposed regulations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operating beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The company, formed through the merger of several industry leaders, expressed concerns regarding the implications of the proposed rule, particularly in more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Gray Aero Design, New Tazewell, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging the agency to implement a streamlined, risk-based framework for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations in the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) industry. The company emphasizes that such measures would not only enhance safety but also promote innovation and growth within the sector. In their correspondence, Gray Aero Design outlines sev more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Hermeus Corp., Atlanta, Georgia, an aerospace and defense technology company focused on unmanned hypersonic aircraft development, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing concerns about the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on "Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations." The organization argues that the current proposal fails to facilitate essential more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems, Seneca, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) emphasizing the critical need for a performance-based Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) rule. With a history of supporting agricultural technology, defense modernization, and rural resilience, Kelly Hills asserts that adopting a clear BVLOS regulatory framework is essential for unlocking economic opportunities across rural America. In the lette more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Life Link III, Shoreview, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in opposition to the recently proposed rulemaking concerning unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The organization highlighted significant safety risks that it believes the proposal could pose to both air and ground operations. In its opposition, Life Link III echoed sentiments expressed by the Air Medical Operators A more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Office of Multimodal Commerce Aviation Division (LA DOTD), Baton Rouge, has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) addressing the implications of proposed regulations for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The letter was submitted in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPR more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- M.J. Electric LLC, Iron Mountain, Michigan, a division of Quanta Services, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Normalizing UAS Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations (Part 108). The company expressed support for the FAA's initiative but raised concerns over the proposed regulations, citing flawed assumptions and a lack of adequate safety mechanisms. In its correspondence, M. J. Electric more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Metro Aviation, Shreveport, Louisiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing serious concerns regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking normalizing unmanned aircraft systems beyond visual line of sight operations. The organization warns that the proposed rules could introduce critical safety risks to air operations involving manned aircraft. Metro Aviation, which prides itself on a strong commitment to safety, empha more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Michigan Aeronautics Commission and Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), Lansing, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing important aspects of the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) concerning Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. The letter is a response to the NPRM published on August 6, 2025. In their correspondence, MDOT e more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA), Lansing, a nonprofit trade association representing over 300 member businesses involved in Michigan's agricultural value chain, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding proposed rulemaking to normalize unmanned aircraft systems beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. The letter emphasizes the essential role of drones in modern agriculture and highlights the need for re more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Motion Picture Association Inc. (MPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing concerns and recommendations regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at normalizing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The MPA, which advocates for the motion picture industry, emphasizes the necessity of safeguarding existing UAS operations conducted under Part 107 more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) has issued a public comment letter regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. Published on August 7, 2025, the NPRM outlines performance-based regulations aimed at promoting the safe integration of UAS, which include applications like package delivery and agricultural survey wo more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), McLean, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) voicing concerns about the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. NASAO, which represents state aviation agencies across all states, Guam, and Puerto Rico, highlighted criti more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- National Grid, Syracuse, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing strong concerns about the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) proposed regulations on Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. The letter outlines potential operational challenges that could hinder the utility's ability to maintain and expand its UAS program critical to inspecting and supporting p more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Retail Federation (NRF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging revisions to the proposed rulemaking regarding the utilization of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for operations beyond the visual line of sight. The NRF expressed its overall support for the notice while highlighting specific provisions they believe could hinder the industry's expansion into drone delivery. As the world's largest retail trade associat more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regarding the proposed rulemaking on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS). The letter expresses concerns about the impacts of the rule on electric cooperatives and the essential services they provide. NRECA emphasizes more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing support for the proposed rule addressing Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations (BVLOS) for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). However, the agency also highlighted critical safety concerns that must be addressed to ensure the protection of public infrastructure and safety as drone technology evolves. In its letter, the  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS), Grand Forks, North Dakota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing its views on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled "Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations." The letter highlights key aspects of the proposed rule, emphasizing the importance of  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- NUREV Group Inc., Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on normalizing Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. The organization, dedicated to supporting rural businesses through aerial photography and videography, has outlined key recommendations aimed at facilitating a safer and more efficient regulatory pathway for small operators in the unmanne more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Okanogan County Search and Rescue (OSCAR), Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding proposed changes to unmanned aircraft systems operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The organization aims to influence the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to align BVLOS regulations with the practical needs of first responders conducting critical search and rescue missions. Ope more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Oregon Department of Transportation, Salem, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing support for a more adaptable regulatory framework for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. The comment relates to Docket No. FAA-2025-1908, which addresses a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at normalizing UAS operations within the National Airspace System. In its letter, the Oregon more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Our Children's Trust, Eugene, Oregon, a legal organization representing youth clients in ongoing litigation related to climate issues, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) expressing grave concerns regarding proposed regulatory reforms that purportedly aim to expedite fossil fuel development. The organization warns that such reforms exacerbate health risks for America's children and violate their constitutional rights. The letter  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Propeller Aero Inc., Surry Hills, Australia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing its support for the FAA's efforts to establish a regulatory framework for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations under proposed Part 108, but also outlined significant concerns regarding certain provisions that could negatively affect both customers and the drone industry at large. In its correspondence, Propeller emphasized the more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Redmond Police Department (RPD), Redmond, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing concerns over the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. The department seeks revisions to the proposed regulations to avoid unnecessary constraint more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rick Daniel, the owner of Rick Daniel Home Inspections, Tracy, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to develop regulations for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations that are inclusive of small drone operators. Daniel, who is training for his FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification, emphasizes the need for a streamlined regulatory framework that allows small businesses more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Sierra Club, Oakland, California, National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), and Coalition to Protect America's National Parks have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advocating for the disapproval of Arkansas's proposed Regional Haze State Implementation Plan (SIP). The organizations assert that the proposed rule fails to meet legal requirements and undermines environmental protections aimed at improving air quality more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Skyports Drone Services, London, England, a drone operator specializing in Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) inspections and deliveries, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of their notice of proposed rulemaking for Part 108. The letter outlines key recommendations to enhance the regulation of BVLOS operations, aiming to foster a safe and scalable framework within the U.S. National Airspace System (NAS). In the letter, S more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Logan Kalai Ellis, a spatial data specialist and adjunct lecturer at Smith College, Northampton, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the proposed rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The specialist, who manages the institution's drone operations for research and education, urged the agency to revise the proposal to preserve access for small operator more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Southern Co., Atlanta, Georgia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) aiming to normalize beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations. The letter outlines concerns over the proposed regulations, emphasizing the need for modifications to ensure that existing operations remain uninterrupted while promoting safety more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Austin, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing serious concerns about proposed regulatory changes related to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operating Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS). The comments were in response to a request by the FAA for input on August 7, 2025, regarding its proposed rule titled "Normalized Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Ope more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Uncrewed Aerospace, Dallas, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) titled "Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations." The organization emphasizes the necessity of integrating Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations into the National Airspace Syst more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Utilities for Reasonable Progress submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing their support for the agency's proposed approval of the Arkansas Regional Haze State Implementation Plan (SIP). This proposal, detailed in the Federal Register, rests on policies that align closely with the Clean Air Act and the EPA's Regional Haze Rule, emphasizing visibility as a crucial element in the assessment process for state plans. The Util more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Olympia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing concerns and recommendations regarding the proposed regulatory framework for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations in the National Airspace. The proposed changes, outlined in Docket No. FAA-2025-1908, mainly target high-risk operations but WSDOT advocates for a regulatory pathway focused on low-risk, non-auton more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Wilson Construction Co., Canby, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding FAA Docket No. FAA-2025-1908, which addresses the proposed rulemaking for Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. The company aims to express its apprehensions surrounding the safety and operational implications of the upcoming regulations, particularly in relation to both manned helicopter opera more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Women and Drones LLC, Techny, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. The organization commended the agency for progressing with regulation that aims to create a safe and practical framework for integrating BVLOS operations into the National Airspace System (NAS). In the letter, Women and Drones expressed strong support for more ST