Tag Archives: Safety
Drone sightings hamper Utah wildfire suppression efforts
Despite several highly publicized warnings from fire officials and state lawmakers about the dangers of drones in a wildfire area, aerial operations were grounded for several hours Sunday at three of Utah’s wildfires because of a drone sighting. All aircraft … Continue reading
Drone school to aid public agencies
Local public agencies and private entities are looking to take to the skies with the area’s first-ever drone school. The school started Monday and lasted for four days while teaching participants the necessary knowledge to pass the Federal Aviation Administration’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Drone Operator, Emergency Management, Registration, Regulation, Safety
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Farmers urged to consider drone insurance risks
Farmers who are approached by members of the public who want to fly a drone over their farm should ask to see proof of insurance first, according to a leading firm of insurers. Farmers & Mercantile said from an insurance … Continue reading
‘No drone zone’: Signs, safety campaign launched ahead of draft legislation
The federal government is getting tough on drones operating near airports and aircraft. Canada has had drone regulations in place since 1996, but given their growing threat to aviation safety, the unmanned aircraft are now the focus of a new … Continue reading
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Tagged Air Traffic Control, Airports and Airspace, Regulation, Restrictions, Safety
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