A letter from Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) president Rich Hanson to the International Civil Aviation Organization has sought to correct misinformation surrounding the regulations recreational pilots must comply with and urge more effective education and enforcement in the drone industry. In it, Hanson suggests the ICAO considers the full picture and the existing … [Read more...] about AMA Urges Stricter Enforcement and Corrects Misinformation in ICAO Letter
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AMA Offers Expertise, Deplores “Media Sensationalism” Over Rogue Drone Incidents
After a spate of recent news articles about drone and passenger aircraft interactions, the AMA has offered their help in investigating the incidents to the National Transportation Safety Board. Recreational drone operators have taken a lot of negative publicity in recent weeks. An incident reported in Quebec city involved a drone and a passenger jet. A reported incident … [Read more...] about AMA Offers Expertise, Deplores “Media Sensationalism” Over Rogue Drone Incidents
AMA Asks Public “Not to Jump to Conclusions” About Helicopter Crash
The crash landing of a Robinson Helicopter R22 in South Carolina last week, reportedly caused by interference with a drone, has prompted the AMA to issue an official statement asking the public not to jump to conclusions about the accident. There were no injuries during the incident, which involved a student pilot and an instructor. The pilot and instructor told … [Read more...] about AMA Asks Public “Not to Jump to Conclusions” About Helicopter Crash
This Week: AMA Expo East, Including Drones
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) will host the annual AMA Expo East this week. This year's even offers plenty of interest for drone operators. The event, presented by ReadyMadeRC.com, will be held at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, New Jersey February 23 - 25. "The three-day expo will provide new and seasoned hobbyists of all ages with hands-on … [Read more...] about This Week: AMA Expo East, Including Drones
Industry Responds to FAA UAS Remote ID and Tracking Report
The FAA's release yesterday of the UAS Remote ID and Tracking recommendations has been big news in the industry - with stakeholders weighing in on all sides of the issue. The full report provides a detailed analysis of the Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) discussion: and offers an appendix listing each member's vote on the final document, providing them with the … [Read more...] about Industry Responds to FAA UAS Remote ID and Tracking Report
