What does "operation beyond visual line of sight" (BVLOS) entail?

Operation beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) refers to controlling a UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) from a distance that exceeds the operator's ability to see the aircraft with their own eyes. This means that the operator is typically using technology, such as cameras, sensors, or computer systems, to monitor and control the drone rather than relying solely on visual observation. BVLOS operations are crucial for a variety of applications, such as long-distance delivery services, infrastructure inspection, and search and rescue operations, where the drone may need to travel further away than what is visible.

In other choices, operating a drone at high altitudes does not inherently relate to visual line of sight or its absence; it merely addresses altitude without a direct connection to the operator's visual capability. Utilizing automated systems to navigate within sight describes operations conducted within visual line of sight, as the operator remains aware of the drone's position. Restricting operations to daylight hours, while it may encompass certain safety regulations, does not define the concept of BVLOS, which specifically focuses on the distance from the operator's visual range.