The new proposed FAA Reauthorization package has been made public. It’s wordy, complex, and confusing – and the headlines haven’t made understanding what’s inside easier. There are several points of critical importance for the drone industry to understand. The proposed Repeal of Section 336, the Integration Pilot Program, the “Safeguarding the Skies” Act, the enforcement of … [Read more...] about FAA Reauthorization Explained: Part 2, Enforcement
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U.S. Registered Drone Operators: The FAA Wants Your Input
If you have registered a commercial drone in the U.S., the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants your input. Earlier this month, FAA sent out a questionnaire to everyone who has registered a commercial drone. The FAA clarifies that the survey includes commercial operators, government departments and other users - anyone except for hobby or recreational operators, who … [Read more...] about U.S. Registered Drone Operators: The FAA Wants Your Input
Yes, You Really Do Need to Re-Certify as a Part 107 Pilot After 2 Years
As the two year anniversary of Part 107 rolls around, those drone pilots who were quick to take and pass their test and receive their certifications will need to get ready to renew. Questions on social media sites have been frequent recently, asking if Part 107 certifications really needed to be renewed after 24 months. The FAA has answered - and yes, Part 107 … [Read more...] about Yes, You Really Do Need to Re-Certify as a Part 107 Pilot After 2 Years
The Biggest Name in Drone Racing is Collaborating on Commercial Training
The biggest name in drone racing has announced a collaboration with Aeon Unmanned to support Part 107 training. The International Drone Racing Association (IDRA) will partner with Aeon Unmanned to support the Colorado company’s Part 107 Academy, a one-week training program for commercial drone operators. It's not a pairing that springs to mind for either drone racers or … [Read more...] about The Biggest Name in Drone Racing is Collaborating on Commercial Training
The AMA Answers Questions About Drone Registration: Yes, You Have To
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has published a list of frequently asked questions about drone registration. The AMA confirms that members who have already registered with the organization still need to register with the FAA. The sudden reversals of the FAA registration program - from required to optional and back again - have caused some confusion among hobby … [Read more...] about The AMA Answers Questions About Drone Registration: Yes, You Have To
