Drone Safety Statement Modernization Act
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill updates the requirements for drone safety statements that manufacturers must provide to operators. It mandates that manufacturers deliver a detailed safety statement to new operators and require electronic acknowledgment of its content. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will also develop and regularly revise these safety statements, incorporating information on airspace restrictions, regulations, and potential consequences for unsafe operation.
Key provisions
- Manufacturers must provide a detailed safety statement to initial drone operators.
- Operators must electronically acknowledge they’ve read and understand the safety statement.
- The FAA will develop and maintain updated safety statement requirements.
- The safety statement must include information on applicable laws, regulations, and airspace restrictions.
- The FAA will establish methods for determining lawful airspace operations for drones.
- The safety statement will outline potential consequences for unsafe drone operation.
- The FAA will issue an example safety statement within 120 days of the bill’s enactment.
- The FAA will review and revise the safety statement annually.
Who is affected
- Drone Manufacturers
- Drone Operators
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- The general public (regarding drone safety)
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