Commercial UAS Modernization Act

[msinger]

On 2/2/16, a bill was introduced to establish an interim rule for the operation of small unmanned aircraft for commercial purposes. See more details here:

Text - H.R.4432 - 114th Congress (2015-2016): Commercial UAS Modernization Act

 

[0DRK3RT]

Looks like a fair and responsible approach to commercial UAS use.

 

[0DRK3RT]

“(ii) passed a proficiency test administered by a test site selected pursuant to section 332(c); and

“(iii) demonstrated the ability to fly the aircraft in accordance with the operating restrictions set forth in subsection"

You probably shouldn't show up to a flight proficiency test if you have a FPVLR and DBS modded RC.

 

[ApexP3Pilot]

Why would a DBS modded RC be a problem?

 

[ApexP3Pilot]

Will take them forever to implement a program to administer operating tests.

 

[0DRK3RT]

Why would a DBS modded RC be a problem?

Because it's not OEM equipment which null and voids the RC's FCC compliance certificate. Which may be a no-no to the FAA.

 

[Eddyfisher]

Anybody read SEC. 338. MICRO UAS OPERATIONS?

As I see it Phantom pilots get a pass on testing or air worthiness certification. Works for me...anybody want to buy a loaded turboAce Matrix?

“(a) Micro UAS Classification.—The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall provide for a micro UAS classification of unmanned aircraft systems, the aircraft component of which may not weigh more than 4.4 pounds, including payload.

“(b) Micro UAS Operational Limitations.—The operation of a micro UAS shall be subject to the exemptions under subsection (c) only if the micro UAS is operated—

“(1) less than 400 feet above ground level;

“(2) at an airspeed of not greater than 40 knots;

“(3) within the visual line of sight of the operator;

“(4) during daylight; and

“(5) at least 5 statute miles from the geographic center of an airport as denoted on a current aeronautical chart published by the Federal Aviation Administration, except that upon notice to the airport operator and air traffic control tower, such airport operator may allow an individual to operate a micro UAS within 5 statute miles of a tower-controlled airport.

“(c) Micro UAS Exemptions.—

“(1) An operator of a micro UAS that complies with the limitations of operation under subsection (b) shall not be required to pass any aeronautical knowledge test or meet any age or experience requirement, including any requirements under section 44703 of title 49, United States Code, part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other rule or regulation pertaining to airman certification.

“(2) A micro UAS and the component parts and equipment of such micro UAS shall not be required to meet airworthiness certification standards or to obtain certificates of airworthiness.”.

 

[ApexP3Pilot]

FAA could care less about the FCC.

 

[cactusfrog]

Following

 

[Buckaye]

Anybody read SEC. 338. MICRO UAS OPERATIONS?

“(a) Micro UAS Classification.—The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall provide for a micro UAS classification of unmanned aircraft systems, the aircraft component of which may not weigh more than 4.4 pounds, including payload.

“(b) Micro UAS Operational Limitations.—The operation of a micro UAS shall be subject to the exemptions under subsection (c) only if the micro UAS is operated—

“(1) less than 400 feet above ground level;

“(2) at an airspeed of not greater than 40 knots;

“(3) within the visual line of sight of the operator;

“(4) during daylight; and

“(5) at least 5 statute miles from the geographic center of an airport as denoted on a current aeronautical chart published by the Federal Aviation Administration, except that upon notice to the airport operator and air traffic control tower, such airport operator may allow an individual to operate a micro UAS within 5 statute miles of a tower-controlled airport.

“(c) Micro UAS Exemptions.—

“(1) An operator of a micro UAS that complies with the limitations of operation under subsection (b) shall not be required to pass any aeronautical knowledge test or meet any age or experience requirement, including any requirements under section 44703 of title 49, United States Code, part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other rule or regulation pertaining to airman certification.

“(2) A micro UAS and the component parts and equipment of such micro UAS shall not be required to meet airworthiness certification standards or to obtain certificates of airworthiness.”.

As I see it Phantom pilots get a pass on testing or air worthiness certification. Works for me...anybody want to buy a loaded turboAce Matrix?

That's the way I am reading it too... I am quite surprised... I would have assumed they would try to get the Phantom in the mix... but this disqualifies the Phantom from the testing requirements as far as I can tell. This would be really cool if it passes.

 

[TheRealNick]

Did you see the weight limit for mico UAV, looks like for Phantom 3 you would not have to do anything! Nice...makes too much sense to be true...

 

[0DRK3RT]

That's the way I am reading it too... I am quite surprised... I would have assumed they would try to get the Phantom in the mix... but this disqualifies the Phantom from the testing requirements as far as I can tell. This would be really cool if it passes.

I stand corrected.

 

[WetDog]

Oops. Another reason not to buy an Inspire.....

 

[Sagebrush]

I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for this bill to skate onto the president's desk. (When was the last time the House passed a bill introduced by a Democrat? Especially one that is going to cost money?)

Here's the real deal that was also introduced to the House this week. It's a tad longer: H.R.4441 - Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act of 2016.

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[WetDog]

I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for this bill to skate onto the president's desk. (When was the last time the House passed a bill introduced by a Democrat? Especially one that is going to cost money?)

Here's the real deal that was also introduced to the House this week. It's a tad longer: H.R.4441 - Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act of 2016.

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"To transfer operation of air traffic services currently provided by the Federal Aviation Administration to a separate not-for-profit corporate entity, to reauthorize and streamline programs of the Federal Aviation Administration, and for other purposes"

To take the FAA out of the air traffic control business.

That's not going to fly....

 

[Sagebrush]

That's not going to fly....

I'll believe it when I see it too...

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[MapMaker53]

I'm not sure how is bill is meant to work. Section 337 pertains to ANY commercial use with no mention of weight class, which naturally would include any micro UAS that is used commercially. Section 338 pertains strictly to micro UASs and mentions nothing about commercial or hobby use. Since the two sections stand alone and there is no mention of Section 338 being an exception for commercial use, how is this bill legally interpreted? Seems the two sections conflict. Can anyone give a professional legal opinion on this?

 

[stujol]

watching this thread also

 

[oakmeadows]

“(ii) passed a proficiency test administered by a test site selected pursuant to section 332(c); and

“(iii) demonstrated the ability to fly the aircraft in accordance with the operating restrictions set forth in subsection"

You probably shouldn't show up to a flight proficiency test if you have a FPVLR and DBS modded RC.

Oh dear thats me up the swanny im DBS modded


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[msinger]

Oh dear thats me up the swanny im DBS modded

I smell a new business venture... 1 day RC rentals