Despite their growing presence, drones complement rather than replace manned aircraft in agriculture due to speed and capacity advantages, says NAAA CEO Andrew Moore. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Despite the growth in the use of drones in agricultural applications, unmanned aerial vehicles likely will not displace the use of manned aircraft in the foreseeable … [Read more...] about NAAA Says Drones Won’t Replace Airplanes: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview
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Lobbyists Battle Quietly Over Drone Exemptions
Now that the FAA’s has adopted a fast-track process for approving some UAVs for commercial use, the number of firms obtaining waivers under Section 333 is nudging towards 300. Amid the reams of paper (or rather digital paper) involved in such bureaucratic fervor lies a quiet, yet intrepid battle among groups representing several interests. You see, before granting a Section … [Read more...] about Lobbyists Battle Quietly Over Drone Exemptions
First UAV Near Miss With Ag Aircraft Reported in Pacific Northwest
from news.agaviation.org Earlier this week a pilot from Idaho was preparing to begin a spray run through a field. Barely visible ahead of him was a small stationary object. He decided it must be a kite since a bird would not remain motionless. As he neared the object, it rapidly shot straight up. The pilot took evasive action but it passed so close to the airplane that he … [Read more...] about First UAV Near Miss With Ag Aircraft Reported in Pacific Northwest
