The FCBA Engineering and Technical Committee will sponsor a CLE on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET entitled Spectrum Policy Developments for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems. The program will be held virtually via the Zoom platform. The program will feature two expert panels discussing key regulatory updates and industry implications.
The first panel will examine the FCC’s 5 GHz UAS Report and Order and Further Notice, which established rules for control-related UAS communications in the 5030-5091 MHz band and authorized interim non-networked operations (NNA) at 5040-5050 MHz. Panelists will assess the impact of these rules on aviation safety, spectrum efficiency, and industry deployment. Additionally, the panel will explore unresolved issues, such as the potential allocation of spectrum for UAS deconfliction services and considerations for long-term UAS spectrum access.
The second panel will focus on the FCC’s 450 MHz UAS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), which proposes greater flexibility for low-altitude UAS command-and-control operations. The discussion will cover the proposed nationwide licensing model, new technical and operational rules, and the potential reallocation of the 450 MHz band to support UAS operations. Panelists will also address key questions, such as whether geographic licensing alternatives (e.g., REAG-based licensing) should be considered, how to manage potential interference, and whether a windfall payment mechanism is appropriate for spectrum access. The session will also cover proposed rule changes for radiolocation services in the 24.45-24.65 GHz band to enhance UAS detection capabilities and modernization efforts for commercial aviation air-ground systems.
This CLE will be essential for professionals navigating the evolving regulatory landscape of UAS spectrum. Panelists to be announced.
The FCBA will apply for 2.0 hours of MCLE credit from the VA Bar. This program has not yet been approved.
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