Author Archives: Martin Walls
As Drones Become More Prevalent In Pasadena Airspace, So, Some Say, Does the Need for Local Regulation
Many people have witnessed the spectacle that is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), or “drone.” Buzzing through the sky like an angry hornet for any one of a multitude of reasons that range from a hobbyist’s entertainment, to a professional … Continue reading
Here’s How Many Lives Drones Have Saved Since 2013
Drones aren’t always mentioned in the same breath as saving lives, but a new report from one drone manufacturer says they should be. Civilian drones have been used to save at least 59 people in 18 different incidents around the … Continue reading
Ag industry embraces drone technology
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, commonly called drones, have been airborne for several years, but they’re now being used for more than military operations. One of those areas is helping ag producers better monitor how their fields are growing. Many tech-savvy farmers … Continue reading
Drone pilots discuss the need for laws regulating flight
When Cherry Hills Village became one of Colorado’s first cities to enact an ordinance regulating drones in 2015, Mayor Laura Christman called it a public safety issue. Residents told her, “‘No, we do not need a drone law because we … Continue reading
