Let's face it: the list of hobbies that can't be improved by introducing a drone is incredibly short. That's why we've seen drone-aided surfing, skydiving, skiing and hammock-sitting, among other things. This week, footage has emerged from Australia that shows how a group of friends have adapted the tranquil sport of fishing with a human-carrying … [Read more...] about Australian Hobbyists Take a Drone Fishing Trip
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Drone Delivery: Google’s Project Wing Takes Off In Australia
From the distance comes a high-pitched whining. It sounds horrible, like a giant mosquito. Or maybe a herd of angry mice screaming in a wind tunnel. It is in fact a flying burrito. And it's flying courtesy of Wing's ambitious drone delivery program. That's right: Google/Alphabet' Project Wing has been given the green light to turn its drone delivery trials in Canberra, … [Read more...] about Drone Delivery: Google’s Project Wing Takes Off In Australia
Australia’s Civil Aviation Authority Confirms Roll Out Of Counter Drone Measures
Following on from the chaos at London's Gatwick airport earlier this month, Australia's Civil Aviation Authority (CASA) has confirmed that new surveillance technology will be deployed at sensitive locations in 2019 as part of a "crackdown" on drones and their prevalence in public areas. These measures will include what CASA communications manager Peter Gibson describes as … [Read more...] about Australia’s Civil Aviation Authority Confirms Roll Out Of Counter Drone Measures
Canada’s Disappointing Drone Regs
Transport Canada has released a draft of new drone laws, which the world's leading drone manufacturer DJI says could significantly limit the industry. "While DJI is pleased some operating restrictions from earlier Interim Orders have been eased, the draft rules as written would significantly limit safe and responsible drone use," says DJI's statement. "The rules would also … [Read more...] about Canada’s Disappointing Drone Regs
What are Canada’s New Drone Regulations?
Canada has issued a new interim drone law, relaxing regulations for recreational users. The new law removes the restriction against flying within 75 meters of buildings, something that drone enthusiasts pointed out practically eliminated all flight within cities and heavily settled areas. The new regulation states that drones must be operated at least 30 m away from … [Read more...] about What are Canada’s New Drone Regulations?
