Author Archives: Martin Walls
Drones + Weapons? FAA Says That’s a No-No
Before you attach a flamethrower or other weapon to a drone, the Federal Aviation Administration is reminding pilots that would be a big mistake. Flying a drone with a weapon on the device is a crime that carries a $25,000 … Continue reading
Are drones the future for Georgia’s farmers?
Georgia farmers could be going high-tech. Researchers at the University of Georgia are looking at new ways to help farmer’s analyze their fields with the help of drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAV’s, aren’t a brand-new technology and a … Continue reading
Don’t be a total buzzkill, Metro Parks Tacoma—Create a drone zone
“Hey, drones, get off our lawns … and out of our airspace!” It’s a directive we may soon hear from Metro Parks Tacoma, along with a slew of other code changes now under consideration. Vapes and drones are making headlines … Continue reading
FAA approves Kansas for first unique drone flight
The Kansas Department of Transportation received the green light from the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a unique drone flight. This flight will be performed beyond the visual line of sight, meaning it will fly past the operator’s ability to … Continue reading
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