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FAA Proposes Nearly $2 Million Fine To Drone Operator For Restricted Flights

“The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing to fine a Chicago-based drone operator $1.9 million for repeatedly violating FAA regulations and flying in restricted airspace. The FAA charges that the company, SkyPan International, conducted 65 flights in the skies over Chicago … Continue reading

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Drones Could Bring Better Medical Care To Rural Patients

“No matter what country they’re in, people living in rural places often don’t have access to high-quality medical care. Everything from emergency facilities, to pharmacies, to sophisticated labs for tests are often farther away. But according to a study published … Continue reading

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Drone-for-Hire Business Makes Big Bet on Industry

“The business of drones has ascended into the stratosphere, as investors have poured hundreds of millions of dollars into the tiny unmanned aircraft in hopes of turning them into big business.” By: Michael J. de la Merced and Andrew Ross … Continue reading

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General Atomics Wants To Put Lasers On Drones

“How do you sell the drone of the future? Build a laser into the dang thing. General Atomics, whose iconic Predator and Reaper drones are probably the first thing that come to mind when someone thinks “drone,” is independently funding … Continue reading

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