Proposed Mississippi drone laws are extremely problematic for the drone industry - and the Drone Service Providers Alliance (DSP) is calling on all operators in the state to educate themselves and their representatives. If passed, the bills currently in committee could significantly impact Mississippi drone owners: and set dangerous precedents for other states. “If these … [Read more...] about Proposed Mississippi Drone Laws Set “Very Scary Standards” Says Drone Service Providers Alliance
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The FAA is Catching Up From the Government Shutdown: New Restrictions, New LAANC Provider Process
After the recent government shutdown, the FAA seems to be making up for lost time. In the past 3 days, the agency has made 3 announcements concerning drone regulations. On February 13, the FAA announced a major change to the registration marking rule. At the request of the FAA's "security partners," drone operators may no longer mark their drone registration number inside … [Read more...] about The FAA is Catching Up From the Government Shutdown: New Restrictions, New LAANC Provider Process
FAA Reauthorization, Explained: Part 3, Privacy
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 3, Privacy
Senate Committee Complains About Spending for Drone Integration Pilot Program
The Senate Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal 2019 Transportation-HUD spending bill by a unanimous vote: but criticized the Department of Transportation for diverting Department funds to pay for the UAS Integration Pilot Program. The Senate bill rejected many of the Trump Administration's suggestions, including funding for many areas that the administration … [Read more...] about Senate Committee Complains About Spending for Drone Integration Pilot Program
FAA and AUVSI Announce Registration Live for 3rd Annual FAA UAS Symposium
If you've ever wanted to speak to someone from the FAA face to face, here is your chance. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) have announced that registration is live for the 3rd annual FAA UAS Symposium. The Symposium offers a unique opportunity for drone operators and interested members to … [Read more...] about FAA and AUVSI Announce Registration Live for 3rd Annual FAA UAS Symposium
