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UAVHQ regulatory watch graphic showing Part 108 UAS and crewed aircraft symbols on a low-altitude electronic conspicuity radar display
May 12, 2026 · regulatory

Part 108: Who Must Be Seen?

The FAA reopened Part 108 comments around electronic conspicuity, ADS-B alternatives, detect-and-avoid, and BVLOS right-of-way.

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Former ScanEagle Commercial Chief Test Pilot at Boeing's Insitu subsidiary. FAA Published Author. UAS Designated Pilot Examiner. With 25+ years in aviation spanning international airline training, eVTOL flight test development at MightyFly, and pioneering commercial UAS operations, I bring unparalleled expertise to every engagement.

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