This approval allows the department to operate drones for emergency responses

This development is expected to enable multiple UAS from various companies to operate in close proximity while maintaining stable and non-conflicting communications.

UPS Flight Forward has been authorized to use its Matternet M2 for small package delivery, while uAvionix can utilize the Vantis Network to test its detect and avoid technology with the Rapace drone.

The partnership entails a Space Act Agreement, under which NASA will collaborate with uAvionix for research and development in commercial UAS C2 systems