FCC Proposes $2.8 Million Fine Against Manufacturer
Drone video transmitters marketed by HobbyKing allegedly can operate in unauthorized radio bands
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UTA Launches Nationwide Tower Drone Inspection Service
The United Tower Alliance, LLC has announced a national UAV tower inspection service, provided by the UTA and 18 of its regionally based Performance Partners.
DJI to Require Drone Registration to Activate Drones
Last week’s court ruling vacating the federal drone registration requirement drew a mixed response from industry parties around the world. The world’s largest drone manufacturer instituted its own registration program, restricting access to full activation.
Court Strikes Down Drone Registration Rule
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit today ruled in favor of John Taylor, a Washington, D.C. model aircraft enthusiast who challenged the FAA’s registration requirement in court.
New DJI Drone Controlled by Hand Gestures
DJI has launched a mini-drone. The drone-maker describes the Spark as “an easy-to-use, fun-to-fly mini camera drone that lifts off from the palm of your hand.”
UAV Operator Showcases Acrobatic Moves
Drone racing is becoming a burgeoning sport, but if this recent video of drone operator Tareq Alsaadi is any indication, we may have to start a whole new brand for UAV gymnastics.
Intuitive Aerial Granted FAA 333 Exemption
The Federal Aviation Administration has granted Intuitive Aerial, makers of the Aerigon pro cinema UAV, a Section 333 exemption to operate any aircraft on the administration’s List of Approved Unmanned Aerial Systems.
Drone Rules Wend Through Congress
Lawmakers are weighing in on drone rules as they consider the reauthorization of the FAA. One is looking to keep drones away from “sensitive areas,” while another has introduced a bill to create a deputy administrator of drones, among other things.
Newbay Media Unveils National Drone Show Program
NewBay Media has released the full program for the 2015 National Drone Show, a new conference and expo featuring video capture technology for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.
FAA Warns Against Drone Registration Shysters
The FAA said it would announce the registration protocol within the next couple of weeks.
TVU, ArrowData Launch Drone-based ENG Service
AeroJournalism service will allow news broadcasters to transmit unique live aerial views from ArrowData’s drones in full HD.