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
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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?
Drone Safety Apps Take off in UK and Australia
In the past few days at least two high-profile stories have emerged relating to drone safety. The first involves a Seattle man being jailed for a month after his drone fell out of the sky and injured two people during a pride parade in 2015. The second apparently involved a GoPro Karma crashing through the window of a New York apartment. Both incidents have brought into … [Read more...] about Drone Safety Apps Take off in UK and Australia
Australia Introduces Commercial Micro-Drone Regulations
The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has enacted modifications to commercial drone regulations to include a micro drone category (100g<2kg). The new laws went into effect on September 29. Operators of commercial micro drones will not need an RPA operator's certificate or Remote Pilot's License, as are usually required for commercial drone … [Read more...] about Australia Introduces Commercial Micro-Drone Regulations
Australia Enacts Micro Drone Regs to Support Industry
Australia has become the latest nation to enact a version of a micro drone regulation, in order to support the burgeoning drone industry. Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority announced that they will ease commercial drone regulations, effective in September of this year. The new regulations are based around a version of the so-called micro drone … [Read more...] about Australia Enacts Micro Drone Regs to Support Industry
