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New research suggests the FAA exaggerates the threat that drones pose to planes

New research suggests the FAA exaggerates the threat that drones pose to planes

In response to the dramatic rise in popularity of the drone industry, the Federal Aviation Administration instituted a mandatory registration requirement for any UAV weighing more than roughly half a pound. The FAA wanted to keep consistent tabs on the growing hobby, particularly to assure none get in the way of the everyday operations of commercial and civilian aircraft. While that’s no doubt a worthwhile and warranted plan, recent research shows the FAA is vastly overestimating the threat small unmanned aircraft actually pose.


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FAA B4UFLY Smartphone App

FAA B4UFLY Smartphone App

B4UFLY is available for free download in the App Store for iOS and Google Play store for Android.

B4UFLY is an easy-to-use smartphone app that helps unmanned aircraft operators determine whether there are any restrictions or requirements in effect at the location where they want to fly.

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New York Drone Film Festival Aims to Win Over Skeptical Public

NEW YORK — For most Americans, hobby drones are about as welcome in their neighborhoods as car alarms.

A growing chorus of drone enthusiasts has been fighting an uphill battle for public acceptance for years now, but the victories have been few and far between.



When the film won its category, Johnson said, "my heart was pounding."

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Drone Nationals is headed to New York City Aug 5-7, 2016

Drone Nationals is headed to New York City Aug 5-7, 2016

Come celebrate the 2016 US National Drone Racing Championships with us in the heart of New York City! 

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Phantom 4 to be released

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A Giant Step for Micro Drones

A Giant Step for Micro Drones

On February 11, 2016, Illinois Congressman Rodney Davis introduced an innovative Micro Drone amendment to the AIRR Act, which is the latest FAA Reauthorization Act. The amendment creates a new “Micro UAS Classification” of unmanned aircraft systems, and would permit non-hobbyists to operate the smallest and the safest drones under regulations that are safety-oriented, but contain simplified and streamlined requirements and restrictions. The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee voted to accept the Micro Drone amendment and approved the entire AIRR Act, as amended.
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Freefly Systems Movi Firmware Update 5.0



MoVI FW 5.0 opens up entirely new possibilities for cinematic storytelling. Features include HiPer, which improves stabilization up to 50%, opening up opportunities to use longer focal lengths without sacrificing stability. An all-new Timelapse Mode allows for completely programmable camera moves that align with an intervalometer. Target Mode, an overhauled set of mobile apps and a whole slew of improvements across the platform round out our latest firmware update. You'll think you've downloaded a brand new MoVI.
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Major drone manufacturer snaps up game-changing hydrogen fuel cell technology

Major drone manufacturer snaps up game-changing hydrogen fuel cell technology

A major drone manufacturer, as of yet unidentified, has signed a deal with Intelligent Energy, one of the world’s leading providers of efficient and clean hydrogen fuel cell power systems.
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A cut above the rest: Cape Productions granted special exemption from FAA regulations

A cut above the rest: Cape Productions granted special exemption from FAA regulations

The FAA has decided to bend some rules for one drone photography company, marking a new chapter in the use of drones for commercial applications in the U.S.
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Watch Intel's record-setting drone light show

Watch Intel's record-setting drone light show

The chip giant's robotic performance really did make it into Guinness' books.

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