Tesla announced an October 1 Roadster unveil featuring SpaceX thrusters, while the FAA proposed Part 108, a new regulatory framework for beyond-visual-line-of-sight drone operations that could transform the commercial drone industry by enabling routine autonomous flights over designated areas without continuous human oversight.
The FAA is investing $875 million in SMART, an AI-powered cloud platform designed to help air traffic controllers manage workflows and prevent flight conflicts by analyzing schedules, weather, and airspace conditions. The software, developed by Air Space Intelligence, will roll out over 12 years starting in the Washington, D.C. area as part of broader efforts to address the nation's air traffic control shortage.