Tag Archives: FAA
FAA: Reports of drone encounters with aircraft on the rise
The Federal Aviation Administration said reports of possible drone encounters with aircraft and airports were on the rise in 2016. From February through September 2016 there were 1,274 reports of such encounters with drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles, a 46 … Continue reading
WBRC FOX6 News first to use drones for news, weather, traffic coverage
February 6, 2017 – WBRC FOX6 News is the first local television station in Birmingham and the first station in the Raycom Media group to launch aerial news-gathering with an unmanned aircraft system (UAS). These unmanned aerial vehicles, more commonly … Continue reading
Lady Gaga’s drone swarm highlights rising registration for unmanned aircraft
A synchronized swarm of 300 drones lighted up the night sky behind Lady Gaga, morphing into an American flag as she recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime light show — prerecorded to comply with prohibitions on flying … Continue reading
The Booming Demand for Commercial Drone Pilots
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
