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FAA's New Waiver Approval Process: What Drone Pilots Need to Know

Simplifying the Path for Operations Over People and Moving Vehicles   Earlier this month (May 2024), the FAA introduced a streamlined approval process for Part 107.39 (Operations Over People) and Part 107.145 (Operations Over Moving Vehicles) waivers. This updated procedure significantly eases the path for remote pilots aiming to conduct operations over people and moving vehicles. However, the process is not entirely automatic, and it remains essential to submit an accurate and complete application. Why Not Change the Regulations? Changing FAA regulations requires congressional action, a complex and time-consuming process, especially in an election year. Instead, the FAA has opted for a policy change, which falls within their jurisdiction. This allows for more immediate adjustments without needing new legislation. Congress foresaw the need for flexibility within the Part 107 regulations, permitting the FAA to grant waivers for certain operations outside these rules under specific c...