In the continued discussion of how best to implement Remote ID for drones - which purportedly is designed to enhance the security of the airspace - major manufacturers like DJI have an important role. Whatever the final decision is, DJI and other manufacturers will have to comply: and to meet customer requirements, they'll have to make it easy and inexpensive for operators to … [Read more...] about Who Should Know Where Your Drone Is? DJI Responds to Drone-to-Phone Confusion
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The Deep Dive into Remote ID for Drones: What It Is, What it Means, and What’s Next
We've gotten a lot of questions and comments about Remote ID for Drones - and with good reason. This regulation is important: it has the potential to impact all drone operations in the country. It's also technical, and challenging to understand. This guest post is a longer read - a dive into the topic that provides definitions of the terms and an overview of the work that … [Read more...] about The Deep Dive into Remote ID for Drones: What It Is, What it Means, and What’s Next
FAA Policy Could Redefine Drone Classifications
In a move that may clear the way for more drone-delivery projects, the FAA this week released a proposal to certify some drones as a “special class” of aircraft. The notice of policy will allow the FAA flexibility to create new types of certificates based on specific functions as drone tech evolves. The agency would be able to approve special designs to unmanned aircraft in … [Read more...] about FAA Policy Could Redefine Drone Classifications
DroneUp Named USS, LAANC Provider
DroneUp has been making the news frequently recently, racking up government and enterprise clients. DroneUp provides drone pilot services across the country: pilots are trained to a single high standard and use a sophisticated operating platform to ensure quality deliverables. Now, DroneUp has been named an Unmanned Aircraft System Service Supplier (USS) and will provide … [Read more...] about DroneUp Named USS, LAANC Provider
FAA Warns Super Bowl LIV is a No Drone Zone
While images of the Super Bowl from the air might be cool, FAA is warning that South Florida will be a no drone zone on game day. The penalties are serious: up to $30,000 in civil fines and a potential criminal prosecution. The following is an FAA press release. Miami–Hard Rock Stadium near Miami is a “No Drone Zone” for Super Bowl LIV on Feb. 2, 2020. Drones also are … [Read more...] about FAA Warns Super Bowl LIV is a No Drone Zone
