Tag Archives: Drone Operator
Drone racers take to the sky at Wichita park: ‘You can feel like you are flying’
The racers float at the starting line. They soar into the sky at 50 mph, then dive and bend through gates. These racers are drones, flown by pilots on the ground wearing goggles with a live video feed. On this … Continue reading
Drones can be flown in Medford, with restrictions
Drones — unmanned aerial vehicles controlled remotely from the ground — have become popular in recent years and are used for everything from hobbyist photography to aiding law enforcement efforts. Sgt. Julie Denney of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said … Continue reading
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
Japan outlaws flying drones while drunk
Operating a drone in Japan while drunk could lead to a year in prison thanks to new legislation. The law, passed by the country’s parliament this week, seeks to rein in growing use of the unmanned aerial vehicles. Those found … Continue reading
