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CNN Receives First FAA Waiver to Fly Drones Over Crowds
CNN received the Federal Aviation Administration’s first waiver allowing drone flights above crowds. The milestone approval opens the door for other unmanned aerial vehicle pilots to find new uses for their aircraft—from sporting events to news coverage. The latter doubtlessly CNN’s intention … Continue reading
NASA to demonstrate flying drones in controlled airspace alongside commercial aircraft
NASA will demonstrate technology that will allow drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to fly side by side with other commercial aircraft and share airspace in 2020. As of now, there are strict restrictions for drones and other UAVs to … Continue reading
FAA Restricts Drones over Statue of Liberty, Other Landmarks
At the request of U.S. national security and law enforcement agencies, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is using its existing authority under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 99.7 – “Special Security Instructions” – to … Continue reading
How the FAA is using drones to speed up hurricane relief
Over the course of a month, hurricanes Harvey and Irma swept across the US, devastating homes, businesses and infrastructure and leaving thousands displaced. With airports forced to close or help with relief efforts, the FAA authorised drone operators en masse … Continue reading