Aloft Completes FAA Onboarding for the Latest Version of LAANC

Jon Hegranes – Aloft CEO

We are thrilled to announce that Aloft has successfully completed the FAA LAANC onboarding for the latest version of LAANC. As the #1 LAANC provider, having processed over 1.4 million authorizations, Aloft continues to lead the way in airspace management. Since becoming a UAS Service Supplier (USS) in 2018, we have been at the forefront of innovation and service in the uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) industry, serving as the mission critical platform across recreational, commercial, government, and public safety access to airspace.

The latest version of LAANC introduces several exciting new features, particularly for Part 107 operators and those utilizing further coordination requests. We have long advocated for greater utility and efficiency in these areas, and we are pleased to see these enhancements come to fruition.

New Features in the Latest LAANC Version

Improved Further Coordination Requests

One of the key areas we have focused on is the further coordination request process. Our advocacy for better response and approval rates has led to significant improvements, which we have documented over the last few years in the Aloft “State of LAANC” reports.

In this latest version of LAANC, we’re excited to note two key improvements around further coordination.

1. Reduced Expiration Time: The automatic expiration of further coordination requests has been reduced from 24 hours to 3 hours. This change provides Air Traffic Control (ATC) with more opportunities to review and approve requests promptly, enhancing the overall efficiency of the process.

2. Enhanced ATC Feedback: ATC can now send feedback on why a request was denied, with specific guidance such as “to resubmit 100ft lower.” This feature allows operators to understand and adjust their requests more effectively, increasing the likelihood of approval on subsequent submissions.

These new capabilities are designed to improve the experience for UAS operators, providing more timely and actionable information to facilitate safe and efficient operations.

Live Today Across the Aloft Air Control Platform

We are excited to announce that all of these new capabilities are live today across the Aloft Air Control platform. Whether you are using our iOS or Android mobile apps or accessing advanced and enterprise LAANC capabilities via the web at air.aloft.ai, you can take advantage of these enhancements immediately.

At Aloft, we are committed to continuously improving our services and supporting the evolving needs of the UAS community. We are proud to be your trusted partner in airspace management and look forward to continuing to lead the industry with innovative solutions and unparalleled service.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Aloft as we continue to advance UAS operations and airspace safety.