The "drone guy," a young man attempting to create a home grown video with drone footage was arrested for flying a drone near the Empire State Building in NYC, the New York Times reports. Sean Riddle was arrested last week, and became known humorously by the other inmates in the Manhattan holding cell as "the drone guy." Riddle does not appear to be a dangerous criminal, and … [Read more...] about “Drone Guy” Arrested for Flying Drone in NYC
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DJI’s Schulman Testifies in NY on Drone Regulations
DJI's top lawyer, Brendan Schulman, testified yesterday at a New York City council hearing on the city's proposed drone regulations. Demonstrating one of DJI's leading consumer drones, Schulman pointed out that the restrictive regulations seem out of proportion to the issues. "This is what you're proposing to regulate. It weighs less than three pounds, about the same as the … [Read more...] about DJI’s Schulman Testifies in NY on Drone Regulations
The Flip Side of New York’s Drone Regulations
As New York City looks at passing strict limitations to drone use in the city, city officials are considering using drones for a variety of services, including fire management, natural disaster relief, traffic control, and park maintenance, the NY Daily News reports. Agencies can see a variety of uses for drones, deputy commissioner of Emergency Management, Henry Jackson, … [Read more...] about The Flip Side of New York’s Drone Regulations
NYC May Join Chicago in Strict Drone Regulation
Earlier this month, Chicago passed strict drone ordinances all but prohibiting drone hobbyists from flying within the city limits, and it looks like New York City will be right behind it as it debates a similar drone regulation bill at a council hearing on Monday. The bill, introduced by Councilman Paul Vallone (D-Queens) already has 24 co-sponsors out of the 51 members, the … [Read more...] about NYC May Join Chicago in Strict Drone Regulation
