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How the FAA’s LAANC Helps Commercial Drone Programs

The FAA is working on giving drone operators more access to airspace. The LAANC system provides commercial operators—and drone airspace map providers—with pre-approved flight zones and maximum altitudes for operating drones near airports.
By Lauren Pinch
December 5, 2017
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by Lauren Pinch

Lauren Pinch was editor-in-chief of Construction Executive and serves as an editorial consultant to the construction industry.

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