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Unmanned aircraft. Drones under the Christmas tree: the FAA launches a public awareness campaign (VIDEO)

Washington, USA - The Federal Aviation Administration is worried about the increase of novice operators

As drones’ popularity and affordability increases in the United States, more Americans are likely to find a small unmanned airplane or helicopter under the Christmas tree this year. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is worried by this scenario, especially after recent near collisions between Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and airliners near major airports (for more details see AVIONEWS). “This new...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1165115
Rome, Italy, 12/23/2014 14:56
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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