Part 108 and Pro Sports—How the FAA’s BVLOS Proposal Could Impact Stadium Operations, Broadcasting, and Event Partnerships

By Yariv Ben-Ari and Jermaine Brookshire, Jr., of Herrick The Federal Aviation Administration’s (“FAA”) proposed 14 C.F.R. Part 108 represents a watershed moment for drone operations in the United States, particularly for professional sports organizations, stadium operators, leagues, broadcasters, and event partners. By establishing a nationwide, scalable framework for beyond visual line of sight (“BVLOS”) drone flights, Part 108 would move the industry away from the current Part 107 r