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The FAA has settled the fine in the Huerta v. Pirker court case for an estimated $1,100 penalty to Raphael Pirker, who was originally fined $10,000 by the FAA for using a RiteWing Zephyr II aircraft to film promotional videos for the University of Virginia Medical Center. Continue reading
The Federal Aviation Administration continues to allow expanded commercial use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operations by granting two more regulatory exemptions, bringing the total to 16 grants. Continue reading
The Secret Service questioned a Defense Department intelligence agency staffer on Monday after the man reported that he flew the drone that crashed on White House grounds in the early morning hours. Continue reading
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced it will issue regulations for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within a few days to ensure aviation safety and smooth air traffic. Continue reading
An Australian man has been fined for breaking aviation regulations whilst flying his drone, after authorities discovered his flight footage posted on YouTube. Continue reading
The Swiss Federation of Civil Drones (SFCD), which has 70 corporate members, has joined UVS International. Continue reading
Air traffic services company, NATS has signed a safety partnership agreement with ARPAS UK, a trade association that represents the operators and stakeholders within the community of small Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS). Continue reading
The House Science, Space, and Technology Committee conducted a hearing on Wednesday on the current state of research and development in the drone industry. The goal was to discuss with industry advocates how best to safely integrate this new class of flying craft into our national airspace.