# FCC Modernizes Drone Rules

The Federal Communications Commission announced plans to modernize rules concerning U.S. drone operations, airspace sovereignty, and advanced air mobility. The announcement signals potential regulatory changes for companies developing or operating drones and advanced air mobility systems, but it identifies no procurement, funding, solicitation, implementation details, or timeline.

- The FCC is the lead federal agency identified; no contract opportunities, awardees, contract values, or NAICS codes are provided.
- Companies serving government drone or advanced air mobility programs should review the FCC’s rulemaking materials as they become available to determine whether proposed changes affect their operations or offerings.
- Procurement teams can use the announcement as an early planning signal, but the source does not establish new requirements or a compliance deadline.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Transportation
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

### Sources
- [FCC to Modernize Rules for American Drone Dominance | Federal Communications Commission](https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-modernize-rules-american-drone-dominance) - FCC