A Canadian police force is unleashing a homegrown drone to map traffic accidents and cut down on delays. The York (Ont.) Regional police purchased a Canadian-made Aeryon SkyRanger in July and announced this week the drone would be sent into action soon. “[The York] Traffic Bureau Reconstruction Team is currently implementing a high-tech drone mapping system that should … [Read more...] about Home-grown Traffic Drone Keeps Canadian Roads Safe
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Drone Regulations: Canada vs. US, an Infographic
North American drone enthusiasts are following drone regulations as they develop in both the US and Canada. Canada has thus far been an easier place to fly a drone commercially than the US; new proposals follow closely in the direction that European lawmakers have taken. As the US looks at developing their regulatory framework further through new drone provisions in the AIRR … [Read more...] about Drone Regulations: Canada vs. US, an Infographic
Canadian Drone Regulations to Tighten
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
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
