Tag Archives: Commercial Drone

The Booming Demand for Commercial Drone Pilots

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Martin Walls

Last year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released its requirements for flying drones that weigh under 55 pounds. The rules state that the pilot must keep the drone in sight at all times, not exceed 100 miles per hour, and … Continue reading →

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Amazon’s “Mothership”: Retailer Gets Patent for Mega-Drone

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Martin Walls

What happens when you connect a flock of flying drones? You get a “collective unmanned aerial vehicle” that’s capable of lifting heavier burdens and flying greater distances than smaller drones can, according to a patent recently granted to online retailer … Continue reading →

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New Regulations Open Up Opportunities for the Drone Industry in South Carolina

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Martin Walls

The drone business is about to take off in South Carolina. Changes to Federal Aviation Administration regulations that went into effect Aug. 30 are opening up the industry to a new group of entrepreneurs who can perform a wide spectrum … Continue reading →

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Check out Amazon’s plans for drone-distributing airborne warehouses

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Martin Walls

Earlier this month, Amazon celebrated the first successful drone delivery made by its Prime Air service.  But that’s just the beginning of Amazon’s aerial assault into our homes, if a recently unearthed patent filing is to be believed. A possible … Continue reading →

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