Tag Archives: Drone Operator
City of Raleigh Mulls Significant UAV Ban in Parks
The City of Raleigh, N.C., is considering new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) rules that would drastically limit recreational operations in public parks. In a recent draft policy, the city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) said although it recognizes … Continue reading
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Tagged Ban, Drone Operator, Hobby and Consumer Drones, Laws and Legislation
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As drone industry grows, a fight looms for control of the sky
When Jim Komsa launched his aerial photography business in 2013, using airplanes to shoot photos from the sky, he said there were only a handful of competitors in all of New Jersey. Now, there are dozens. Komsa, the co-owner of … Continue reading
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Tagged Commercial Drone, Drone Operator, Hobby and Consumer Drones, Regulation
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Unauthorized drone flights on the rise
As drones become more readily available for the public, concerns are growing over hobby pilots who may not understand airspace regulations, and how law enforcement is supposed to enforce the rules. Increasing recent reports of unauthorized drone flights within Klamath … Continue reading
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Tagged Air Traffic Control, Drone Operator, Privacy, Regulation, Safety
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Firefighters add drone incursions to threats faced in a wildfire
It used to be that firefighters’ biggest worries in a wildfire might be unpredictable winds, rocky terrain and scorching heat. That was before the advent of affordable, readily available aerial drones. Firefighters battling the Goodwin Fire in central Arizona had … Continue reading
