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January 07, 2020

Airborne-Unmanned 01.07.20: Remote ID, Drone ‘Squadron’, Pegasus Mini

Also: AUVSI Supports NPRM, Milestone Drone Delivery, NBAA Comments, Leonardo M-40 Target Drone

The FAA has announced a proposed rule that would continue the safe integration of UAS, commonly called drones, into the nation’s airspace by requiring them to be identifiable remotely. “Remote ID technologies will enhance safety and security by allowing the FAA, law enforcement, and Federal security agencies to identify drones flying in their jurisdiction,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The FAA will seek input on the NPRM for Remote Identification (Remote ID) of UAS. In the coming days, it will be accompanied by a 60-day comment period to receive public feedback and help the FAA develop a final rule to enhance safety in the skies over the US

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NASA Astronaut Christina Koch Sets Space Endurance Record

Is Now The Woman To Have Spent The Most Time In Space On A Single Flight

NASA Astronaut Christina Koch set a record for the longest continuous single spaceflight by a woman on December 28, according to NASA. On that date, Koch passed the record of former Station Commander Peggy Whitson, who spent 288 days in space. By the time she arrives back on Earth in February 2020, she will have spent 328 days in space.