In the UK, anybody over the age of 18 can purchase a drone and, after a quick, online multiple-choice quiz, register and fly it. Legally, any adult can fly lightweight drones recreationally without a license. However, if you are more serious about flying and want to use drone piloting as a way of making money, you need to apply for a Permission for Commercial Operations … [Read more...] about Earning Your Drone License in the U.K.: Your Questions Answered
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European Drone Rules Published Today: “Safe, Secure, and Sustainable” Drone Operations
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency announced that the common European rules on drones have been published today, but drone operators will have a year to comply with the new regulations. The culmination of a lengthy negotiation process, Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 & Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947, have been … [Read more...] about European Drone Rules Published Today: “Safe, Secure, and Sustainable” Drone Operations
FAA Announces Expansion of the LAANC Program – More Access to Airspace for Drones
The FAA has announced the expansion of the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) program to more than 100 new control towers and airports. The announcement comes on the heels of the implementation of new rules for recreational fliers, which will prohibit flight in restricted airspace around airports except at identified flying fields. This … [Read more...] about FAA Announces Expansion of the LAANC Program – More Access to Airspace for Drones
FAA Announces New Head of Drone Integration
FAA is undergoing some leadership changes. They recently announced that Jay Merkle will be the new head of drone integration, replacing Earl Lawrence. FAA is still working under Acting Administrator Dan Elwell - who, as we reported last month, has withdrawn his application to hold the top job permanently. As FAA gears up to address the numerous drone related provisions … [Read more...] about FAA Announces New Head of Drone Integration
What’s Next for Drone Laws? The Commercial UAV Policy Panel at Airworks
One of the best aspects of this week's DJI Airworks conference in Dallas was the opportunity to hear the industry's biggest influencers speak about critical issues. The Commercial UAV Policy Panel was moderated by DJI's Vice President of Policy and Legal Affairs Brendan Schulman, and the panel included a critical player in drone policy at the FAA, Danielle Corbett (Aviation … [Read more...] about What’s Next for Drone Laws? The Commercial UAV Policy Panel at Airworks
