As the drone industry anxiously watches federal drone laws unfold - slowly - it's important to remember that we are at the very beginning of an emerging technology. Drone laws may seem draconian now, as the federal government struggles to focus on safety and state and local lawmakers wrestle with a public paranoid about drones. But the pace of regulation is increasing - and … [Read more...] about What Will Drone Laws Look Like in 100 Years?
State Drone Laws
Palm Beach Drone Laws Illegal, Officials Now Realize
The Palm Beach drone laws adopted last June are illegal, town officials now realize. Finding that the FAA claims sole jurisdiction over the airspace, the Town Council will have to rescind or rewrite the regulation, which all but outlawed recreational drones in their town. The town ordinance says that drone operators may not fly within town limits without a special permit or … [Read more...] about Palm Beach Drone Laws Illegal, Officials Now Realize
Cities and Drones Report: More Drone Laws Ahead
News and Commentary. The National League of Cities (NLC) today announced the release of Cities and Drones, a report designed to give local governments "insight" on FAA regulations. More importantly, the report "provides suggestions" (and even templates) for local drone ordinances, encouraging more local drone regulation. The report is another disturbing indication that the … [Read more...] about Cities and Drones Report: More Drone Laws Ahead
The Top 5 Drone Regulations You Need to Know Now
As the drone industry grows, it becomes more critical that drone operators follow the rules and fly safely. The FAA is increasingly enforcing regulations; and drone operators risk fines and possible jail time for serious infractions. If you've just purchased a drone - or are just realizing that there are rules that may apply to you - these are the top 5 regulations every … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Drone Regulations You Need to Know Now
Flyers Beware: One State Makes it Legal to Shoot a Drone
Drone operators flying in the state of Utah will need to be especially careful not to fly in restricted areas: Utah has just become the only state to make it legal to shoot a drone. Gov. Gary Herbert signed a bill this week which would allow officials to "neutralize" any drone flying in the restricted area around wildfires. The move comes after firefighters working on the … [Read more...] about Flyers Beware: One State Makes it Legal to Shoot a Drone
