A new survey published by the Saint Leo University Polling Institute about the public perception of drones indicates some confusing results. "...the public is divided in its thinking about whether civilian drones would make great package-delivery vehicles or are nuisances that should be banned," say researchers. The online poll surveyed 1,001 adults nationally from … [Read more...] about Confusing Results From New Survey on Public Perception of Drones
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How Many Drones Will Santa Bring This Year?
Last year, the FAA rushed to implement the recreational drone registration system, saying that holiday drone sales could reach 1 million units in 2015. Reports of actual holiday sales vary - with some analysts sticking to the 1 million number and others estimating that sales were closer to 700,000 or as low as 400,000. But this year, it seems that the number will increase - a … [Read more...] about How Many Drones Will Santa Bring This Year?
First Anniversary of Drone Registration: Are These Numbers Impressive?
Today marks the first anniversary of the FAA's drone registration program, and the FAA is calling the program an "unqualified success." But are these numbers really as impressive as they sound? The FAA introduced drone registration for drones weighing more than .55 pounds a year ago, following a collaborative process that delivered recommendations on a registration program … [Read more...] about First Anniversary of Drone Registration: Are These Numbers Impressive?
Buying a Drone as a Gift: 5 Things You Should Know
Whether it's the holidays, a birthday, or just that weird occasion when nothing but the coolest new toy will do; drones top the list of coveted gifts for both children and adults. But before you rush out to the mall or over to your computer for a little retail therapy, there are a few things you should know about buying a drone as a gift. Here are the 5 things to keep in … [Read more...] about Buying a Drone as a Gift: 5 Things You Should Know
1 Year On – 5 Things All Operators Need to Know About Drone Registration
It's been almost a year since the FAA introduced drone registration just in time for the 2015 holidays. In an almost unprecedented show of speed, the agency formed an advisory committee with industry stakeholders, developed the guidelines, and implemented them: prompting a rush of media coverage in the drone world which varied between high praise and lawsuits claiming that the … [Read more...] about 1 Year On – 5 Things All Operators Need to Know About Drone Registration
