(Source: m.savannahnow.com) Drone enthusiasts are calling a ban on the unmanned vehicles within five miles of Georgia’s Capitol an overreach of authority by state officials, while agency officials argue the change is necessary and follows federal guidelines. It’s the latest clash between supporters of the technology and government officials balancing their desire to … [Read more...] about Drone Supporters Say Ban Around Georgia Capitol Goes Too Far
Greg McNeal
What Will Drone Regulations Look Like in 20 Years?
Just one year ago, the commercial drone community really had it out for the FAA. There didn't appear to be any progress being made as far as publishing drone regulations and the administration seemed to spend far more time than was necessary chasing innocuous pilots. The blanket ban on flying drones for monetary compensation was frustrating for many. Today, things are … [Read more...] about What Will Drone Regulations Look Like in 20 Years?
Three Quick Takes On FAA Partnerships With CNN, PrecisionHawk And BNSF
(Source: Forbes) Today the FAA announced a partnership with three companies for expanded unmanned aircraft operations. The initiative, called the Pathfinder Program is intended to help the FAA determine if and how drone operations can be expanded in the United States. Through the program, CNN will be researching how visual line-of-sight operations might be used for … [Read more...] about Three Quick Takes On FAA Partnerships With CNN, PrecisionHawk And BNSF
AirMap Launches Tool for Safe, Legal Drone Flying
On Thursday, the team behind NoFlyZone.org launched AirMap, a free, comprehensive digital map that allows unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operators to visualize the airspace around them, including areas where they may not be permitted to fly. AirMap gives users an easy to use, digital map that provides low altitude airspace information unmanned aircraft operators need in order … [Read more...] about AirMap Launches Tool for Safe, Legal Drone Flying
Amazon And Google Delivery Drones Will Likely Fly In Europe First
(Source: Forbes) Recent developments in European aviation regulations mean that innovators like Amazon, Google and DHL will likely find a more permissive environment in Europe than in America. That environment makes it increasingly likely that Amazon and their competitor’s first delivery drone flights will be taking place in Europe, not in America Europe’s claim to … [Read more...] about Amazon And Google Delivery Drones Will Likely Fly In Europe First
