Too many liberals wanting the government to control everything that we do. Usually people who aren't smart enough to make decisions for themselves and need someone else advising them.
Didn't see country of mention for this comment, just wanted to add that for the record it should be noted that this is not true in the USA. You may not be able to takeoff/land on private property where drones are banned or from a place you do not have permission to access from the ground, but assuming you takeoff/land from a public or approved private area - flying over private property as long as you are abiding by the sUAS rules of the FAA (and any waivers you have been granted if you're a 107 Pilot) is completely legal.
No one other than the FAA can govern airspace in the United States - not even the property owner, a crazy guy threatening you with harsh words, some dude walking down the street who thinks you're a creeper, no one other than FAA. It's a common misconception that property owners think they have the right to decide what happens in the air above their property, but in USA they do not, plain and simple. There may be usage rights for images produced over land for commercial use that a property owner can claim, but that's a whole other discussion outside the scope of this thread.
Yes parks are often a great place to not worry about regs, but some states/local municipalities do have drone laws you should always check before you fly. For example, in California USA the parks commission have even released a statement that it is legal in general unless otherwise prohibited case-by-case (I carry a copy of the statement to show anyone while I'm flying in CA parks), but parts of NY have them banned unless you get permission ahead of time.
This is such a huge problem with all the gray area rules we have to deal with...
Excellent way of doing things. Good job!
I always conceal carry, it would be too easy for someone to snatch my gun while I have eyes on my sUAS
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Weird but I have had the opposite reaction. I fly out of a small lot next to where I live. I had two carloads of people stop and watch me fly. They love drones it seems. Between the two cars I had six people looking over my shoulder to see the camera output. haha. Its not the first time. I had a couple of bikers stop the day before and watch me fly it. People think they are cool where I live. Now if I fly over someones house I make sure I am not hovering just moving through and I rarely if ever get under 200ft when over somebodys yard.
This is a good idea. Happen to have a link to where I can get a copy of that statement?
If you are reffering to the video showing a drone hitting the winglet of a Southwest jet I believe it was... that is fake, pure CGI. Confirmed from the creator.
FYI - for the USA, the FAA has made these rules available online.
Only use the FAA for guidance, do not rely on random people's opinions.
SOURCE: Fly for Fun
FAA Safety Guidelines for Hobby Flyers...
Only use the FAA for guidance, do not rely on random people's opinions.
SOURCE: Fly for Fun
FAA Safety Guidelines for Hobby Flyers...
- Fly at or below 400 feet
- Keep your UAS within sight
- Never fly near other aircraft, especially near airports
- Never fly over groups of people
- Never fly over stadiums or sports events
- Never fly near emergency response efforts such as fires
- Never fly under the influence
- Be aware of airspace requirements
>> I am very new to drones. I am a retired cop. When I bought my drone a P4. I checked all the laws even included others I felt would be more reasonable to those around us. I mentioned to all my neighbors I might be flying and landing in my back yard as I was learning and as soon as a little comfortable I would go to the park. I was not asking permission but explained I was not peeking nor flying under their roof line. Not one person including our "self appointed" mayor said anything other than thanks for letting us know.
I have now flown 5 times at the park (where it is legal) and each time I ask people near by if it would bother them or their dog ( some dogs freak out) if I flew. Not to ask permission but to see if I could accommodate any request. If they were unreasonable that does not mean I pack up and so how. I had one guy who was working with his laptop who asked if I would fly 50 feet away which I agreed. Later he and his son came over to thank be for being considerate. Asked a few question and looked at some of my video. I guess one by one we can educate those willing to learn.
All we can do is be tolerant and respectful but we have the same rights as long as we follow the rules and where possible make accommodations.
That said we have spent a lot of $$ doing something we enjoy and if someone is plain nasty they may come out on the short end of the stick.
It is clear members of this site try to do the right thing and are professional. The sad thing sooner or later there will be new rules and laws imposed reducing our ability to fly by those who have no clue. At that point it will no longer be fun. Until then go out of your way when possible and most people really respect the fact that you inform them and when possible use options.
Thank you
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Other than one drunkard on July 4th who let me know he was a Veteran, therefore had the right to shoot my Quad out of the sky (apparently the little red lights at 250' up were disturbing his view of the exploding aerial ordinance ... and there were probably 2 x as many in his vision). He kept reminding me of this from the safety/anonymity of a crowd of fireworks onlookers.
The rest of the time, when people ask me "is that a DRONE?!" I answer NO. It is a 'plastic', 'toy helicopter' with a camera on it.
The rest of the time, when people ask me "is that a DRONE?!" I answer NO. It is a 'plastic', 'toy helicopter' with a camera on it.
Placing that regulation ID would be the icing on the cake. I've looked for it - couldn't find it. Can you provide the URL to that regulation. Hi-Viz vest to be ordered soon. Thanks!
Check the results here, a couple articles and parks website that quote it: https://www.google.com/search?q=dro...arks&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari
It's funny when people say I'm going to call the police and I pull out my badge and say they are already here. Has tendencies to shut them up pretty quickly.
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Just look for rules on interfering with pilots per se. I'll try to find it for you. Also I also wear a go pro because I do some you tube videos. When people see it and the flashing red recording button it's interesting to see their behavior change. Even threatening people is an offence especially when idiots come out with I'm going to shoot your drone out of the sky or issue physical threats.
I have on occasion had people approach me and tell me I have to obey the FAA laws. I just smile and say ok, and keep on flying. Usually they ask what I'm doing. I tell them they can look on my screen and see what I see, if they only do it in silence, so I can concentrate on my flight. Usually they just say Oh ok, and watch. Then when I land I get the ,"did you know?" "Have you ever...?", How much....How long.... Can it....., usual questions. I answer them as politely as I can. Also informing them of the dangers of distracting a Drone Pilot. I had one guy act real aggravated that I was flying over a pond. After all his knowledge and questions and all of my overly friendly smiles and not giving him any other reaction other than I was so happy he was there, he asked if I could come over to his house and inspect the ridge vent on his dulex. Lol I did it. Just being neighbourly. I also took a shot of his house and property and asked him if he'd like a copy. He said sure. He apologized for being rude. I told him, no worries. I really wanted to tell him to shove up his you know what. My therapy sessions are paying off. Lol
I was flying the other day. A woman walked up to me (on my land) and asked "what is that". I got prepared to deal with some form of crap and to find a nice way to tell her to leave my property, but just said "it's a photography drone". Her response? "Yeah, obviously, but what kind?" "It's called a Mavic Pro" (forcing myself not to mutter "as if that matters"). "Yeah?! I though so! How are you liking it? I've heard so much about them! Looks like you're doing a mapping survey, amiright?"
Not the interaction I had steeled myself against.
Not the interaction I had steeled myself against.
Is it? Not only do I doubt this applies to pilots who aren't located on the aircraft they're flying, but I also doubt any prosecutor or court is going to devote time to dealing with this unless you're actually threatened.
Our flying drones annoys some people. Their annoying us isn't a crime, it's annoying.
Recording people without their permission or knowledge counts as wiretapping in some jurisdictions, with penalties in excess of anything that would ever happen to a drone-pilot-botherer, so you might want to re-think recommending that.
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Up to a degree, people do have a right to bug you, just as you have a right to ignore them. Not everything annoying is a crime.
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