Love of Fate Company Asks FAA to Bend Aviation Rules
Published Date: 6/16/2026
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Summary
Amor Fati Industries Corp asked the FAA to be excused from some aviation rules to help their business run smoother. This affects pilots and companies who follow these rules and could speed up certain operations without extra costs. The public can share their thoughts by July 6, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Allow 450‑lb Argo-3 for fire operations
Amor Fati (Seneca) asked the FAA to amend Grant of Exemption No. 25122 to allow the Argo-3 unmanned aircraft system to be used in Part 137 fire management and suppression operations. The Argo-3 is described as a modified Argo-1 with a maximum takeoff weight of 450 pounds. If granted, Part 137 pilots and operators would be authorized to operate this larger UAS under the amended exemption.
Permit 5 UAS BVLOS with single pilot
The petitioner seeks permission for a single pilot-in-command to operate up to five unmanned aircraft simultaneously and to conduct beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations without visual observers and without requiring the pilot to maintain visual line of sight. The petition specifies use of shielding mitigations and ADS-B In as part of the proposed approach.
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