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FCC Opens 50 MHz of Cellular Spectrum for Drone Operations
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to remove a restriction that previously prohibited airborne use of the 800 MHz Cellular band. This decision will make 50 megahertz of licensed spectrum available for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The new rules eliminate a decades-old limitation on drone operations within this specific frequency range.
Why it matters
The FCC's decision opens 50 megahertz of licensed spectrum for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
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Source published 29 Oct 2026, 15:39 UTC