As the FAA continues its never-ending struggle to publish a final rule for regulating drone flights in the U.S., states' Departments of Transportation are finding value in drones at every turn. An American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) study published last month found that 17 state Departments of Transportation had either used or tested … [Read more...] about State Transportation Departments Turning to Drones to Cut Costs, Improve Safety
Michigan
Drones Banned at Michigan Capitol
(Source: lansingstatejournal.com) A new policy prohibits drones from flying over the Capitol grounds in downtown Lansing, but statehouse officials want to toughen the ban through legislation. The Michigan State Capitol Commission voted unanimously Monday morning to ban drones from flying over the 136-year-old statehouse, "except under special circumstances," with … [Read more...] about Drones Banned at Michigan Capitol
Consumers Energy Debuts New Drone Tech to Monitor Utility Lines
(Source: mlive.com) Drones aren't just for military use any longer. Consumers Energy launched an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Cement City, Michigan to inspect utility poles and help determine whether the emerging technology can improve customer service, utility reps said Monday, June 22. The remote controlled UAV can transport a 14-pound payload and can be used … [Read more...] about Consumers Energy Debuts New Drone Tech to Monitor Utility Lines
Ferndale, MI City Council to Vote on Drone Ban
(Source: WXYZ) The topic of drones will take center stage Monday night in Ferndale. It's on the agenda for the city's council meeting. 7 Action News has learned the proposal being raised would ban the use of drones in the community altogether. The fear is the drones, which are gaining in popularity, can be intrusive on privacy and be a cause for worry. The greatest … [Read more...] about Ferndale, MI City Council to Vote on Drone Ban
Michigan Drone Company Gets FAA Approval
(Source: mlive.com) Aerius Flight, LCC is the first company in the state to get Federal Aviation Administration approval for commercial-application drone photography and videography. "We are the first firm in Michigan to get an exemption for sort of sundry commercial use," said Jonathon Freye, Director for Policy & Strategy for Aerius Flight. The South Lyon-based … [Read more...] about Michigan Drone Company Gets FAA Approval
