FAA Proposes New Privacy Records System for Drone Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a new system of records to hold personal information about individuals who apply for approval to fly drones beyond the operator's visual line of sight. The system would also cover manufacturers and data service providers who are individuals. Public comments are due by December 3, 2026, and the notice is docket DOT-OST-2026-3862.
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What does it mean?
If you are a person who wants to fly a drone far beyond your own line of sight, the government would store your personal details while it reviews your approval request. Comments on the plan are open until December 3, 2026.
Who is affected?
Individual drone operators, manufacturers, and data service providers who request FAA approval for beyond visual line of sight flights.