The FAA puts out a lot of information in chart format. There are all sorts of symbols and colors on these charts which can completely overwhelm and confuse the pilot. To alleviate this, the FAA created the Aeronautical Chart Users’ Guide. You can download the PDF here. https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/digital_products/aero_guide/ If you are having a hard time […]
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People are greatly concerned about their safety when flying drones. Drones are getting shot down. People are getting physically attacked. People are even threatening pilots with firearms. I’m greatly concerned about the safety of drone pilots out there and you should be as well. See Mark 12:31 (“You shall love your neighbor as yourself[.]”). I […]
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Are you trying to learn about the Federal Aviation Administration’s Part 107 drone regulations (sometimes called the small unmanned aircraft rule) so you can fly your drone? If so, this article is for you. The FAA’s Part 107 provides regulations for the (1) issuance of a remote pilot certificate as well as (2) operating rules […]
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Section 107.35 Operation of multiple small unmanned aircraft. A person may not manipulate flight controls or act as a remote pilot in command or visual observer in the operation of more than one unmanned aircraft at the same time. My Commentary on Section 107.35 Operation of multiple small unmanned aircraft. This is typically called a swarm type […]
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Are you interested in learning more about the FAA drone Part 107 waivers and authorizations for drone flying? Yes, I know this can be super confusing. As a practicing drone attorney, I have found that the FAA and industry have been sloppy with how they use the terms which creates all sorts of apparent contradictions […]
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