Earlier this month, as a follow up for our announcement about the INVOLI network coverage of the Dallas area, we were invited by Commercial UAV News to provide some insights about the challenges drone operators face, the unique capabilities of INVOLI's platform, and how these capabilities can benefit the drone industry and shape future regulations.
Read the full interview with Jeremiah Karpowicz here.
Here’s a summary of the key points:
Challenges of Drone Operators:
- Lack of situational awareness leads to inefficient, costly, and difficult-to-scale drone operations.
- Limited air traffic visibility restricts operational range and increases safety risks.
INVOLI's Solutions and Capabilities:
- INVOLI provides real-time air traffic data, automated alerts, and comprehensive airspace awareness.
- INVOLI.live is a turnkey solution that offers hardware, data processing, and integration for real-time situational awareness.
- It provides tailored coverage for low-altitude operations, where drones operate, using multiple data sources and advanced technology like multilateration (MLAT).
- INVOLI.live features a fully open REST API for seamless integration with third-party systems and offers real-time system status and coverage monitoring.
Benefits of INVOLI to the Drone Industry:
- Enhanced airspace awareness improves safety, reduces collision risks, and strengthens public trust.
- It enables BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations and complex drone missions.
- Real-time airspace data aids in regulatory compliance and the development of new regulations.
- Deployments like the one in Dallas serve as a blueprint for scaling drone operations and deploying air traffic awareness infrastructure efficiently.
Impact on Future Regulations (Part 108):
- INVOLI's system provides real-world data and operational insights that can help shape performance-based requirements for BVLOS operations.
- It offers a cost-effective and scalable model for airspace awareness, which is essential for unlocking commercial drone operations at scale.
Suggestions for Drone Operators:
- Operators should assess their situational awareness capabilities by considering factors like the comprehensiveness of their air traffic view, their ability to operate BVLOS, and the scalability of their solutions.