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UAS Integration Research Act of 2023
12/27/2023, 2:36 PM
Summary of Bill S 1388
The UAS Integration Research Act of 2023 proposes the establishment of a research program within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to study and develop new technologies and policies related to UAS integration into the national airspace. The bill allocates funding for research grants, partnerships with industry stakeholders, and the creation of test sites to evaluate UAS technologies and their impact on air traffic management.
Furthermore, the legislation emphasizes the importance of collaboration between government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions to advance UAS technology in a safe and responsible manner. It also calls for the development of standards and best practices for UAS operations to ensure the safety and security of the national airspace. Overall, the UAS Integration Research Act of 2023 aims to support innovation and economic growth in the UAS industry while addressing the regulatory challenges associated with the integration of drones into the national airspace. The bill reflects a bipartisan effort to promote research and development in UAS technology and establish a framework for safe and efficient UAS operations in the United States.
Congressional Summary of S 1388
UAS Integration Research Act of 2023
This bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to enter into contracts to demonstrate or validate technology related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into the national airspace system. The FAA must solicit proposals from applicants who describe a project that relates to a topic of interest identified by the FAA, demonstrate technical merit, and involve a contract with a test range.
The FAA must also identify topics of interest related to the integration of UAS into the national airspace, including detect and avoid capabilities, beyond visual line of sight operations, UAS traffic management, and UAS safety standards.
The bill also extends the authority for the FAA's UAS Test Site Program though FY2028. The program provides verification of the safety of public and civil UAS, operations, and related navigation procedures before their integration into the national airspace system.
