AURA Network Systems

AURA’s network provides data communications and voice service capacity to general aviation, including executive jets and helicopter operations. Its solutions provide communications redundancy and enhance safety and efficiency during flights.

The FAA is Accelerating the Integration of Crewed and Uncrewed Aviation By Staff Writer Juan Plaza , December 5, 2025

By Tamara Casey AURA Network Systems Chief Strategy Officer & EVP of Business Development

Aviation-Dedicated Spectrum Unlocks the Future of Uncrewed Aviation By AURA Chief Executive Officer Kevin Steen Momentum in uncrewed aviation is accelerating. Following the newly proposed beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) rules from the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviat

Flight Tests Demonstrate Real-Time Clarity and Latency Metrics Against RTCA DO-377 Standards McLean, VA and Grand Forks, ND (January 14, 2026) – AURA Network Systems, in collaboration with the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has completed

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AURA was founded to enable safe, scalable unmanned operations in the National Airspace System (NAS), combining aviation systems engineering, software development, and telecommunications and spectrum expertise.

Head Office: AURA Network Systems, Inc., 1765 Greensboro Station Place, Suite 900, McLean, VA 22102

AURA (which stands for Advanced Ultra Reliable Aviation) is on a mission to deliver an FAA-compliant nationwide network utilizing unique, licensed aviation spectrum to enable advanced levels of autonomy in the National Airspace System.

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AURA Network Systems achieves FAA validation for its BVLOS voice relay, meeting Part 108 standards. The system enables seamless integration with air traffic control (ATC) and complies with DO-377B requirements. This advancement supports future National Airspace System (NAS) operations for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) drones.

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AURA Network Systems and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) demonstrate real-time voice-relay performance in beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flight tests. The results, documented in an FAA-sponsored report, meet RTCA DO-377 standards for clarity and latency. The collaboration validates voice-relay capabilities for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operations.

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is expanding its airport safety programs to include uncrewed aviation systems. uAvionix adds 55 airports to the initiative, supporting broader integration of drones and crewed aircraft in shared airspace. The move aligns with the FAA’s push to modernize regulations for next-generation aviation technologies.

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The **FAA** grants **AURA Network Systems** a **Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)** waiver, enabling remotely piloted aircraft to operate without direct pilot oversight. This waiver supports advanced drone applications in logistics, inspection, and emergency response. AURA’s technology integrates AI-driven autonomy and secure communications for scalable BVLOS deployments. The milestone follows years of regulatory collaboration to expand drone capabilities in commercial and public sectors.

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