FAA Sets Plan for Allowing Domestic Drones by 2015
The Federal Aviation Administration just published a 74 page plan whereby law enforcement agencies, businesses, universities and hobbyists can begin flying drones in the U.S. by 2015. Read more…
In the report (pdf), with the lengthy title “Integration of Civil Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in the National Airspace System Roadmap,” the FAA said that autonomous drones are already being used in disaster response, cargo transport, aerial mapping, and commercial photography. While drones are already buzzing around, the FAA is cautious with allowing wholesale use of the flying machines.
HISTORY:
Business Insider…Feb, 2012 FAA: Look For 30,000 Drones To Fill American Skies By The End Of The Decade Read more…
Anti drone technology (Popular Science Mag)
Rand Paul pulls plug on nearly 13-hour filibuster on drones Read more:
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