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May 2, 2026 · Regulatory Analysis

United Drone Strike at 3,000 Feet Over San Diego: The Operator's Analysis

On April 29, a United Airlines flight inbound to San Diego International reported striking a drone at 3,000 feet on final approach — 2,600 feet above the legal Part 107 ceiling and inside Class B airspace. The aircraft landed safely with no damage an

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Wesley Alexander — Senior Test Pilot and drone industry consultant

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Former ScanEagle Commercial Chief Test Pilot at Boeing's Insitu subsidiary. FAA Published Author. UAS Designated Pilot Examiner. With 25+ years in aviation spanning international airline training, eVTOL flight test development at MightyFly, and pioneering commercial UAS operations, I bring unparalleled expertise to every engagement.

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