This interview is part of a larger piece developed by expert Joe Tally and published on Fire Cam's website - visit Fire Cam for more information on drone programs and equipment for emergency services departments, and see this earlier article with DRONELIFE for tips on getting started. Police and fire departments are adopting drone technology quickly, as communities realize … [Read more...] about Public Safety Drones: Do You Need a Part 107 or COA?
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Canada’s New Proposed Drone Regulations Would Ease the Way for Industry
Canada's proposed commercial drone regulations may provide a significant boost to the Canadian drone industry. Transport Canada has outlined new drone regulations that would ease the necessity of filing for an an SFOC (Special Flight Operations Certificate) for every commercial flight. Current regulations require that operators who wish to fly commercially apply for an SFOC … [Read more...] about Canada’s New Proposed Drone Regulations Would Ease the Way for Industry
FAA Releases First Set of Maps to Ease Authorization Process
The FAA has followed through on its promise to ease the commercial drone authorization process, publishing more than 200 facility maps this week. "This marks a key first step as the FAA and industry work together to automate the airspace authorization process," says the FAA. "The maps will help drone operators improve the quality of their Part 107 airspace authorization … [Read more...] about FAA Releases First Set of Maps to Ease Authorization Process
The Best Drone for a Commercial Operator: The Top 5 Most Widely Used
Commercial drone operators are a big market for drone manufacturers - and with the implementation of Part 107 that market is growing fast. While industrial applications for drones are also expanding rapidly, the FAA says that 90% of new drone businesses since Part 107 are small businesses, having one or two employees. What drones do these businesses choose? We surveyed our … [Read more...] about The Best Drone for a Commercial Operator: The Top 5 Most Widely Used
The New Approach to Local Drone Regulations: Enforcement
The City of San Diego is among the latest local governments to propose local drone laws. The new ordinance takes an approach that differs from other cities' attempts to curtail drone activities beyond what Part 107 allows: it focuses simply on enforcement. The proposed ordinance mirrors existing FAA regulations - but gives city police the authority to cite drone operators … [Read more...] about The New Approach to Local Drone Regulations: Enforcement
