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I don't feel beat up by SilentAVR's comments. A healthy discourse on the subject is needed.
To respond to Deathcode:
Well, no there isn't anything yet. But there should be, and the FAA should be taking comments on any rule making proposals. I was saying there should be, not that there is.SilentAV8R said:I have not seen anything that indicates this will be the case. Based on the 333 permits the FAA has approved it appears that a PPL will suffice. Can you cite a credible reference to support this comment??
He avoided them all! We are talking about a GPS stabilized aircraft, not a traditional R/C plane with less stability and control. The technology allows safe flight, remaining 50 feet from buildings or persons not briefed on operations. "Avoid" is left vague by the AMA.SilentAV8R said:Pretty all of it was over roads, buildings, etc. The fact that there were few, if any, people around is immaterial.
It certainly sounds that way, but again is vague. I am an AMA member. If you are considering commercial activity (in the future, as it is illegal now), becoming a member of the AMA, or similar organization would be wised, perhaps even required.SilentAV8R said:BTW - from what I have been told both Congress and the FAA feel that in order to operate under 336 that you would need to be an actual member of the CBO, not just simply declare you are following their Safety Code.
To respond to Deathcode:
You cannot fly for money without a commercial endorsement. That is in the FAR's. I don't agree with it, necessarily, but it is the current rule. Perhaps a "drone license" that promotes and validates an understanding of weather, sectional charts and the airspace system would be more realistic, without having people that don't want to/cant afford to get into a small airplane.Deathcode said:I disagree to an extent here since I don't think you meant type what you typed
That is the best advice there is!Deathcode said:The best safety device in any aircraft is a well trained pilot"