EO 14307
Unleashing American Drone Dominance
TechnologyEconomy & TradeGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order directs federal agencies, primarily the FAA, to accelerate the commercialization and integration of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) into U.S. airspace. It requires the FAA to issue rules enabling routine drone operations beyond visual line of sight, deploy AI tools to speed up approval processes, and develop strategies to strengthen domestic drone manufacturing and exports.
Key Points
- 1FAA must issue a proposed rule within 30 days and final rule within 240 days enabling Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) commercial drone operations
- 2FAA must deploy artificial intelligence tools within 120 days to expedite review of drone waiver applications and identify approval patterns that could eliminate need for individualized waivers
- 3Order directs efforts to reduce regulatory barriers, streamline environmental reviews, and explore exemptions from international aviation requirements for domestic drone flights
- 4Calls for strengthening domestic drone manufacturing and supply chains to reduce foreign dependence and promote exports of American-made drone technology
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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