As the deadline for FAA Reauthorization approaches - a deadline which looks increasingly unlikely to be met - the AMA is asking members to weigh in on Section 336 and remote ID and tracking requirements for drones. In a video posted on the AMA's Governement Relations blog, Interim Executive Director Chad Budreau explains that protection for model aircraft is in question: and … [Read more...] about FAA Reauthorization: AMA Asks Members to Support Section 336 and Fight for “Reasonable Approach” to Drone Tracking and ID
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Tariffs with a Capital T: How the Trade War with China is Affecting the Drone Community
The following is a guest post from John Saginario: FPV flyer, writer and host of the Wild Flyers podcast. As drone racing season heats up, along with the weather in most parts of the U.S., pilots nationwide are getting their quads in shape for fun and competition. Often, that means buying new parts to fix what's frequently smashed into the ground at breakneck … [Read more...] about Tariffs with a Capital T: How the Trade War with China is Affecting the Drone Community
Hobby Flying is at a Crossroads
The following is a guest post from John Saginario: FPV flyer, writer and host of the Wild Flyers podcast. Dozens of people are huddled over their flying contraptions, fixing broken parts and making final tweaks in preparation for a regional drone race. It’s a competition nearly a year in the making. And for many participants, it will last about 2 minutes. Money is on the … [Read more...] about Hobby Flying is at a Crossroads
Women Teaching Women to Fly Drones
There may be few women in the drone industry, but those that have stepped in are stepping up to change that. Women Who Drone's Elena Buenrostro is offering an Introduction to Drone Workshop to help other women fly, this Saturday, May 26 in Brooklyn, NY. Whether you're a photographer interested in taking your images or video to another level (literally) or just excited … [Read more...] about Women Teaching Women to Fly Drones
Embry-Riddle: Turning Your Drone Hobby Into a Business
Guest post by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Digital Communications Specialist Katharina Lane. Earlier this year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported one million drones had been registered in the United States. With 878,000 hobbyist and 122,000 business drones on the books, the environment is prime for budding entrepreneurs with new ideas and … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle: Turning Your Drone Hobby Into a Business
