Cyberhawk Secures Nationwide BVLOS Drone Waiver from FAA

Cyberhawk, a global leader in drone-based inspection services, has been granted a nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This landmark authorization allows Cyberhawk to operate drones beyond visual line of sight without a visual observer across the continental United States

Game-Changing Capabilities

The BVLOS waiver significantly expands Cyberhawk’s operational range and flexibility. Key benefits include:

• Increased efficiency with longer, more complex missions
• Enhanced safety by reducing ground personnel exposure
• Greater coverage of large and remote areas
• Improved data solutions for critical infrastructure monitoring

Phil Buchan, Chief Operating Officer of Cyberhawk, stated, “This achievement underscores our commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence in the Drone Industry. We are poised to deliver our customers even greater value and scalability.”

Advanced Drone Technology

Cyberhawk utilizes the hydrogen-powered Gryphon drone, capable of flight times up to 3 hours. This extended endurance unlocks the full potential of BVLOS operations for infrastructure inspection and data collection.

Impact on Operations

Scott Lashmit, Cyberhawk’s U.S. Aviation Manager, highlighted the operational benefits: “We can potentially more than double the amount of surveyed assets collected in a day – saving our customers valuable time and costs.”

Industry Leadership

Founded in 2008, Cyberhawk has established itself as a pioneer in the commercial drone sector. The company conducts hundreds of thousands of inspections annually across 40+ Countries, having completed over 35 world-first drone operations.

DroneXL’s Take

This nationwide BVLOS waiver represents a significant milestone for the drone industry. As we’ve seen in recent BVLOS developments, these authorizations are paving the way for more efficient and safer drone operations. Cyberhawk’s achievement could accelerate the adoption of long-range drone inspections across critical infrastructure sectors, potentially revolutionizing how we maintain and monitor vital assets.

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