The FAA released drone registration data last week showing the city, state and zip code of each registered drone operator. The agency says that release of the drone registration database responds to a number of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests received since implementation of the drone registration program on December 21, 2015. Drone operators were relieved to … [Read more...] about Where are the Drones? FAA Releases Drone Registration Data
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Airmap Launches iOS App for Drone Operators
AirMap, an airspace information service provider targeting the UAV market, announced today the release of the AirMap app for iOS and Apple Watch. Drone operators can now access low-altitude airspace advisories, create flights, file digital flight notices to over 80 airports, manage unmanned aircraft, and more. The release follows on the development of of AirMap's Digital … [Read more...] about Airmap Launches iOS App for Drone Operators
AirMap & the AAAE Launch UAS Notice System to Enable Safer Skies
Over 50 U.S. airports will be participating in a new pilot program to enable safer UAS. AirMap, a provider of airspace information and services for unmanned aircraft, and the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), have announced the release of the Digital Notice and Awareness System™ (D-NAS). D-NAS™ allows UAS operators to provide airports with real-time information … [Read more...] about AirMap & the AAAE Launch UAS Notice System to Enable Safer Skies
Airports and Industry Connect on System for Drone Safety
Airports throughout the US will test a new system to help improve drone safety by being aware of drones flying nearby, the Washington Post reports. The new system, called the Digital Notice and Awareness System (D-NAS) should help drone operators to notify airports of their flight plans when flying within 5 miles of an airport, as they are required to do. While … [Read more...] about Airports and Industry Connect on System for Drone Safety
Drone Safety: What You Should Know Before You Fly With 3DR
by Roger Sollenberger It’s getting easier and easier to fly drones—or, like with Solo, to have the drones fly themselves. This is good news for a number of reasons: More people can enjoy the incredible feeling of flight and the experience of creating great aerial video; drones are becoming more useful, with new applications discovered or invented every day; and of course, … [Read more...] about Drone Safety: What You Should Know Before You Fly With 3DR
