Canadian drone regulations will tighten soon, as the country addresses the growth of the consumer drone industry. Transport Canada will introduce new drone regulations this year for drones weighing less than 25 kg (approximately 55 pounds.) Current guidelines allow for non-recreational flight of drones weighing more than 25 kg and being flown out of sight of the operator … [Read more...] about Canadian Drone Regulations to Tighten
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Canadian Report: Drone Narrowly Misses Plane
An airplane pilot reported a near miss with a drone in Canada last week. On Nov. 27, a plane bound for Tennessee reportedly came within about nine feet of a small drone as the plane left the Region of Waterloo International Airport near Hamilton, Ont. Police are still investigating and have not discovered the identity of the UAV’s owner. Transport Canada prohibits flying … [Read more...] about Canadian Report: Drone Narrowly Misses Plane
New Venture GPS Group Focuses on Image Processing and Consulting to UAS Industry
A group of geospatial veterans have identified the need to address the global commercial UAS/drone mapping market and have formed The GPS Group to meet the needs of this rapidly expanding segment within the geospatial and mapping industry. The GPS Group takes a unique approach to delivering custom image processing services. Many companies are supplying products derived from … [Read more...] about New Venture GPS Group Focuses on Image Processing and Consulting to UAS Industry
Divided Opinions on Drone Regulations in Canada
There is a difference of opinion among experts when it comes to discussing drone regulations in Canada. Where on one hand, experts believe that the permissive approach adopted by Canadian regulatory authorities has resulted in Canada being the world leader in drone technology; on the other hand, some experts believe that allowing individuals to use drones freely is bound to put … [Read more...] about Divided Opinions on Drone Regulations in Canada
The Path to Integrating Drones Into Canada’s Skies
(Source: skiesmag.com) In November 2014, Transport Canada issued two exemptions to facilitate wider use of small unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) weighing 25 kilograms or less, describing the action as an “interim strategy” meant “to accommodate the industry’s exponential growth.” Now, the agency is taking steps to formalize its rules for small UAVs, with the goal of … [Read more...] about The Path to Integrating Drones Into Canada’s Skies
