Category Archives: Drone News
Video Clip – Interview of Ro Baily, Director of the Pan-Pacific UAS Test Range Complex
Alaska is a model state when it comes to embracing and integrating sUAS/drones into its state’s economy. This interview is with Ro Baily, Director of the Pan-Pacific UAS Test Range Complex (PPUTRC ), one of six official FAA test sites … Continue reading
Video Clip – Hanger Flying Interviews Rep. Hughes
Harry Kieling of Alaska Public Media’s show Hanger Flying and the Alaska Aviation Safety Foundation interviews Rep. Shelley Hughes about drones. Part I Part II
Press Release – Drone Task Force Releases Privacy and Use Guidelines in Time for Holidays
Alaska is First with Comprehensive Approach to Privacy The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Legislative Task Force has unveiled its privacy and use guidelines for Alaska’s drone operators prior to the holidays with the personal rights of citizens in mind. With as … Continue reading
Press Release: Alaska Drone Ban in Effect Next Week
FAA airspace restrictions due to President’s visit extend to recreational users Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, Palmer, Alaska – With the upcoming aviation restrictions related to President Obama’s visit to Alaska, Rep. Shelley Hughes wants the thousands of Alaskans who … Continue reading
Press Release: Drones and Firefighting Don’t Mix – If You Fly, We Can’t
Hughes commends Alaskans for not interfering with firefighters this fire season Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015, Palmer, Alaska – More than 5 million acres have burned in Alaska so far this summer, with some acreage still actively burning. The lack … Continue reading