part 108
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FAA Awards $12M for BVLOS Drone Test Research (2026)
The FAA gave $12 million to 19 BVLOS drone research projects on October 5, 2026, as its Part 108 rule sits stalled in White House…

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Zipline Nears $20B Valuation in New $1B Funding Round
Zipline is in talks to raise about $1 billion at a $20 billion valuation, nearly tripling its worth as US drone delivery scales pa…

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BVLOS Rules: FAA and EASA Compare Notes at Vegas Expo
FAA and EASA regulators shared a stage at Commercial UAV Expo on Sept 3, comparing BVLOS approval paths under Part 108 and SORA. H…

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FAA Doubles BEYOND Drone Testing Program: 8 New Sites (2026)
The FAA is doubling its BEYOND drone testing program, adding up to 8 new state, local, and tribal sites for BVLOS flights as Part…

Articles
What Is BVLOS? Beyond Visual Line of Sight — 2026 Guide
BVLOS means flying a drone beyond what you can see. Learn what it means, why it needs special approval, and how the FAA's new Part…