Category Archives: General
Schumer wants to keep drones way from airports, major events
“Drone manufacturers would be forced to implement technology to keep the unmanned crafts away from airports and possibly events like parades and major sporting contests under a proposal Sen. Charles Schumer plans to introduce this week.” By: Michael Balsamo | … Continue reading
Student charged with wanton endangerment after drone crash
“Kentucky campus police have charged law student Peyton Wilson with second degree wanton endangerment for operating a drone that crashed into a section of Commonwealth Stadium before the Wildcats’ season-opening football game against Louisiana-Lafayette.” By: Gary B. Graves | September … Continue reading
Congressional Research Service Publishes Report on Commercial Outlook for Drone Industry
“Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)—commonly referred to as drones—have become a staple of U.S. military reconnaissance and weapons delivery in overseas war zones such as Afghanistan. Now some new technologies and pending federal regulations are enabling the manufacture and use of … Continue reading
Teacher arrested for allegedly flying drone at US Open
“A New York City teacher was arrested early Friday for allegedly crashing a drone into an empty section of seats at the U.S. Open, police said. Daniel Verley, 26, faces charges of reckless endangerment and operating a drone in a … Continue reading