Momentum in uncrewed aviation is accelerating. Following the newly proposed beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) rules from the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the administration has reinforced this progress with an Executive Order that further shapes the regulatory landscape. These decisive actions lay the foundation for scalable commercial operations, unlocking opportunities across logistics, infrastructure, and security.
Safe BVLOS integration depends not only on a strong regulatory framework but also on dedicated infrastructure. While the DOT and FAA’s efforts establish critical operational pathways, achieving real scalability requires trusted, uninterrupted connectivity between aircraft and pilots.
Enabling BVLOS Flight Through Secure Aviation-Dedicated Spectrum
BVLOS expansion hinges on more than just policy — it requires purpose-built connectivity. AURA’s 450 MHz aviation-designated spectrum provides the reliability and scalability necessary to support commercial growth, ensuring seamless, secure pilot-to-aircraft communication in controlled airspace.
Driving BVLOS Commercialization
A trusted command-and-control (C2) network is essential to scaling BVLOS operations. Secure, low-latency links — including pilot-to-air traffic control (ATC) voice communications — are critical to industry-wide adoption. As federal leadership advances the regulatory framework, dedicated connectivity solutions must evolve alongside policy to meet the industry’s needs.
Pushing the Industry Forward
BVLOS flight is no longer theoretical — it’s happening now. The FAA and DOT’s rulemaking, alongside the administration’s latest executive action, mark a pivotal moment for uncrewed aviation. As the sector advances, aviation-dedicated spectrum will remain the backbone of safe, scalable commercialization, ensuring BVLOS reaches its full potential.
By AURA Chief Executive Officer Kevin Steen
