As the drone industry grows, it becomes more critical that drone operators follow the rules and fly safely. The FAA is increasingly enforcing regulations; and drone operators risk fines and possible jail time for serious infractions. If you've just purchased a drone - or are just realizing that there are rules that may apply to you - these are the top 5 regulations every … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Drone Regulations You Need to Know Now
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White House Announces New Commitment to Drones
The White House published a Fact Sheet yesterday, announcing their commitment to promoting commercial drones and discussing the initiatives planned to boost the drone industry. The publication came as the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) held a Workshop on Drones and the Future of Aviation, emphasizing partnerships between government and industry … [Read more...] about White House Announces New Commitment to Drones
The 80 Billion Dollar Industry: White House Workshop on Drones
The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) hosted a "Workshop on Drones and the Future of Aviation" at the White House this morning, to be followed by demonstrations held off-site this afternoon. The Workshop's remarks by FAA Administrator Michael Huerta represented a shift in tone welcome to the drone industry, as the FAA representative acknowledged that drones are … [Read more...] about The 80 Billion Dollar Industry: White House Workshop on Drones
Short-Term FAA Compromise Dumps on Drones
Commentary. The United States House and Senate have - finally - agreed upon another short-term fix to the problem of FAA Reauthorization; but the compromise doesn't go as far as earlier proposals to help the drone industry. The new bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration through September of 2017 is the end result of months of wrangling. The House introduced … [Read more...] about Short-Term FAA Compromise Dumps on Drones
Congress Extends FAA Reauthorization: with Kickers for Drones
Just under the wire, leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee have announced they have "reached a bipartisan, bicameral agreement" on an FAA Reauthorization extension that will take them through another year to September 30, 2017. Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill … [Read more...] about Congress Extends FAA Reauthorization: with Kickers for Drones
