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Violation of FAA Drone Regulations Can Be Expensive
If you thought the FAA was going to punish those who fail to comply with FAA’s small unmanned aircraft system (UAS, or drone) regulations with a gentle slap on the wrist, think again.  In a recently settled case, the FAA has made it clear that it takes violations of small
Posted on February 6, 2017
A Kinder, Gentler FAA?
On June 26, 2015, the FAA issued Order 8000.373. This order announced a change in FAA enforcement policy by creating something new, called “compliance philosophy.” FAA Administrator Huerta proclaimed in the order, “The FAA recognizes that some deviations arise from factors such as flawed procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding,
Posted on February 6, 2017
The New Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations

The FAA’s new Small UAS Regulations  (Part 107 of the FAR’s) which include operating rules and pilot certification, are in effect as of August 29, 2016.  A small unmanned aircraft is defined as an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything onboard or otherwise attached to the
Posted on August 26, 2016

Commercial Drones – Rules Of The Road Still Up In The Air
On February 15, 2015 the FAA published proposed rules for commercial use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS's, a/k/a Drones) and held public comment on them. We are still awaiting a final rule. Until a final rule is passed, the Department of Transportation has tasked the FAA with approving, on a case
Posted on March 10, 2016
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