DJI has committed to install airplane and helicopter detectors in new consumer drones, using ADS-B technologies, as part of a 10-point plan to ensure the world’s skies remain safe in the drone era.
All new DJI drone models released after January 1, 2020 that weigh more than 250 grams will include AirSense technology, which receives ADS-B signals from nearby airplanes and helicopters and warns drone pilots if they appear to be on a collision course. This will be the largest single deployment of ADS-B collision awareness technology to date, and sets a new standard by putting professional-grade aviation safety technology in drones available to everyone. More than 100 control towers and airports are being added to the hundreds of FAA air traffic facilities and airports that currently use the Low Altitude Authorization and Capability (LAANC) system. LAANC is a collaboration between the FAA and industry that directly supports the safe integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems into the nation's airspace. LAANC expedites the time it takes for a drone pilot to receive authorization to fly under 400 feet in controlled airspace. By adding contract towers to the number of LAANC-enabled facilities, drone
pilots will have access to more than 400 towers covering nearly 600 airports. The AMA has helped graduating seniors achieve their dreams since 1970, with individual scholarships ranging from $500 to $8,000 each year. This year, $50,000 total was awarded to students. Student scholarships are awarded each year thanks to the generous support of AMA members and AMA Foundation patrons across the country. AMA has awarded more than $1.1 million in scholarships since founding the scholarship program. All this -- and MORE in today's episode of the AMA Drone Report!!!
AMA Drone Report 05.30.19 is chock full of info in this Weekly News Episode, Thursday, May 30th, 2019... Presented by Aero-TV veteran videographer and Airborne Hosts Sophie Hurlock, Brianne Cross, Christopher Odom, and Laura Hutson, and is supported by ANN CEO/Editor-In-Chief Jim Campbell, Chief Videographer Nathan Cremisino, and Aero-Journalist Tom Patton, this episode covers:
- DJI Adds Airplane And Helicopter Detectors To New Consumer Drones
- FAA Announces More Access To Airspace To Fly Drones
- Academy of Model Aeronautics Awards $50,000 In Scholarships
- Don't Miss This! 2019 AirVenture Innovation Preview Is Open To Space Requests
- Still No Personal Jetpack: Martin Aircraft Is Defunct
- Fairfax County, VA Board of Supervisors Approves Public Safety UAS Program
- Wind Turbines In Scandinavia To Be Inspected By Drones
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