Is Drone Mapping the Same as Surveying, Which Requires a License and Board Certification? Institute for Justice Advocates for First Amendment Rights in North Carolina Drone Case In a recent development that could have far-reaching implications for commercial drone businesses, the non-profit Institute for Justice (IJ) presented oral arguments in a First Amendment case in … [Read more...] about Is Drone Mapping a First Amendment Right? This NC Lawsuit Has Major Implications for the Commercial Drone Industry
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DJI’s White Paper Delves into North Carolina’s Drone Success
Government use of drones is on the rise. But integrating public safety efforts with research, innovation and environmental agencies is a complicated business. DJI has put together a guide for public sector leaders with insights into the strategy and structure behind one of the most successful government drone programs. The state of North Carolina has set the standard for the … [Read more...] about DJI’s White Paper Delves into North Carolina’s Drone Success
AirVuz Video of the Week: Carolina Before the Storm
In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, we're honoring the beauty of the Carolina Coast with this gorgeous video from our friends at AirVuz, the largest collection of drone videos on earth! … [Read more...] about AirVuz Video of the Week: Carolina Before the Storm
North Carolina Aviation Division joins FAA Drone Integration Program
North Carolina’s motto is “First in Flight” and the Tarheel state wants to build on that tradition when it comes to drones. The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation recently applied for the FAA’s drone integration pilot program. The three-year Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) IPP tests small drone operations in partnership with state, local and tribal … [Read more...] about North Carolina Aviation Division joins FAA Drone Integration Program
North Carolina: Drone Search Rescues Lost Woman
Drones have once again demonstrated life-saving capabilities after North Carolina rescuers found a missing woman from the sky. On Sunday, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office began a search for an 81-year-old woman lost in a rural area. The search radius included rough terrain and impenetrable corn fields, prompting Sheriff Robert Graves to deploy the department’s newest … [Read more...] about North Carolina: Drone Search Rescues Lost Woman
