Section 333 Loophole For News Media Use of UAS?

by | May 12, 2016 | Drone Law, Section 333 Exemption

A recent legal interpretation put out by the FAA addresses Section 333 issues concerning news media use of UAS in the National Airspace System. Particularly, the issues being addressed are: 1) whether members of the media may use UAS for newsgathering; 2) whether the media can use pictures or videos collected by non-media affiliated UAS operators; and 3) whether UAS operators require Section 333 exemption if they wish to sell their pictures, images, or other information to media outlets. (more…)

Avoiding Civil Penalties for UAV Operations: Don’t Be the Next SkyPan International

by | Oct 8, 2015 | Drone Law, Section 333 Exemption

As you may or may not know, the Federal Aviation Administration recently announced that it is expecting to fine SkyPan International, a Chicago-based drone company, a whopping $1.9 million for “endangering the safety of [American] airspace.” The announcement of this incredible enforcement action seems to be the FAA’s warning to the public that unauthorized UAV operations will not be tolerated. (more…)