By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill A coalition of news media associations has sent a letter to the FAA, raising questions about the agency’s recent issuance of a controversial Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM), which imposes sweeping restrictions to the operation of UAVs above or near federal agents and their vehicles. In the letter, addressed to FAA’s Chief Counsel … [Read more...] about News Media Coalition Letter Challenges FAA’s Expansive NOTAM
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European Drone Operators Invited to Share Insights in New Industry Survey
The Commercial UAV Forum has launched the European Commercial UAV Industry Survey, an initiative aimed at gathering firsthand insights from drone pilots and operators across Europe. The survey seeks to capture the realities of UAV operations today, including the challenges professionals face, where they find the most value, and how new technologies are reshaping their … [Read more...] about European Drone Operators Invited to Share Insights in New Industry Survey
Sonoran Desert Institute Trains the Next Generation of Drone Operators for Disaster Response
Drones Are Becoming Essential Tools in Disaster Recovery and Preparedness By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Drones are increasingly being deployed as a lifesaving tool in the response to natural disasters – as evidenced by the role UAVs have played in responding to a series of highly destructive hurricanes in the U.S. Southeast, and wildfires across the West. Helping … [Read more...] about Sonoran Desert Institute Trains the Next Generation of Drone Operators for Disaster Response
Where Do Drone Operators Work? DRONELIFE Minute Survey
Whether you are thinking about getting your Part 107 or already hold your license, you may be wondering where drone operators work. That's the question we asked our readers in this week's DRONELIFE Minute Survey. There are a lot of very significant drone business surveys, and a lot of very official forecasts for the drone industry. The DRONELIFE Minute Survey makes no … [Read more...] about Where Do Drone Operators Work? DRONELIFE Minute Survey
DroneBase Partners with Shutterstock to Offer Aerial Footage from Around the World
Aerial footage provides amazing views of the world and tells a story in a unique way - and now customers of Shutterstock, a leading provider of stock images, footage, and music will have access to an impressive collection. A new distribution agreement with DroneBase, a worldwide provider of drone pilot services, will include 4K video from all over the world, including … [Read more...] about DroneBase Partners with Shutterstock to Offer Aerial Footage from Around the World
