New restrictions in California, Arizona, and Alabama highlight differences in state regulations and raise questions about federal airspace authority. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As states and local municipalities push to impose regulations to protect event venues from unwanted UAV incursions, drone operators and industry advocates are concerned that the new rules … [Read more...] about New State Drone Laws Create Patchwork of Restrictions, Raising Concerns for Operators
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FCC Touts Industry Support for Opening 800 MHz Cellular Spectrum to Drones
Ahead of an October 29 vote, the FCC highlights backing from drone manufacturers, wireless carriers, and industry groups for removing longstanding restrictions on drone communications. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has highlighted broad industry support for a proposed rule change that would allow commercial drones to use additional cellular spectrum. In an … [Read more...] about FCC Touts Industry Support for Opening 800 MHz Cellular Spectrum to Drones
Finding a Niche in American Drone Manufacturing: The Harris Aerial Story
Small drone manufacturer finds its market niche By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In business, sometimes getting in on the ground floor of an emerging trend is the key to success – even for a company whose business is manufacturing flying vehicles. For Ben Harris, founder and CEO of Casselberry, Florida-based Harris Aerial, getting in on the ground floor meant … [Read more...] about Finding a Niche in American Drone Manufacturing: The Harris Aerial Story
Beyond Decibels: UK Drone Noise Report Could Offer a Model for Future Regulation
UK Civil Aviation Authority recommends a phased approach to managing drone and eVTOL noise as commercial operations expand. The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has published a report examining how noise from drones and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft should be assessed and managed as commercial operations expand. CAP3304: Managing Noise from … [Read more...] about Beyond Decibels: UK Drone Noise Report Could Offer a Model for Future Regulation
Do Cleaning Drones Actually Work? 15 Apellix Before-and-After Jobs Show the Results
Cleaning drones offer a commercial use case providing one of the clearest examples of drones handling the "dark, dirty, and dangerous" jobs. But are they effective? In this post, Apellix uses real world use cases and pictures to showcase the results. Sponsored content. Yes, cleaning drones can effectively remove dirt, algae, mold, mildew, and other exterior buildup from … [Read more...] about Do Cleaning Drones Actually Work? 15 Apellix Before-and-After Jobs Show the Results
