Anyone ever heard of anyone getting fined for flying for compensation with out a 107?
I see roofers flying inspections and have asked several and they have no idea it even exists
"BUSTED" was for the "huh, better look at that" factor.
when it comes to tracking, think "terminator" and "skynet" it's here! everything you own that has a wifi or mobile connection tracks your every move.
and the next 20 years...![]()
My objection isn't based on legitimate tracking by legitimate authorities for safety, but because we know that the concept is ripe for open abuse by both government, drone-hating miscreants looking to create trouble and havoc and criminals. Even today, there are scores of videos documenting people LEGALLY filming, yet are accosted by some "authority" improperly challenging, harassing, intimidating and even arresting those acting within the law... and they aren't even flying drones.
True,a competitor has more motive+opportunity to report you than the FAA has to find you.Most likely the FAA would come calling if a licensed pilot complained. That's a distinct possibility I would say. ..as in..drone pilot comes asking for advice..the next time you see him he's flying for your customer...or some such scenario
Interesting case with the roofer using a drone to inspect their work. I would assume that if questioned, the use of the drone would be claimed to be "incidental". They are not selling images (I assume). The drone use was to ensure that the work, unrelated to the drone was completed correctly, reducing the chance of damage or injury. The operator was being paid to complete the job, not fly a drone. If the FAA were to be persnikety, the operator would have to pay for the electricity used (the "fuel"). As a private pilot, I can travel with folks to go places and do things* and share direct operating expenses. It would be interesting if such a case were investigated either administratively or in court.
* Things could include flying over a passenger's property or some other point of interest to snap some pictures or just sightsee. Could also include going to a conference, even one work related as long as the use of the plane was "incidental".
Hey... I just saw the latest Terminator movie two nights ago! But you're right. We're already being tracked in so many ways. Even now, auto insurance companies are promising "safe driver discounts" for those willing the plug black box devices into their vehicles.
My objection isn't based on legitimate tracking by legitimate authorities for safety, but because we know that the concept is ripe for open abuse by both government, drone-hating miscreants looking to create trouble and havoc and criminals. Even today, there are scores of videos documenting people LEGALLY filming, yet are accosted by some "authority" improperly challenging, harassing, intimidating and even arresting those acting within the law... and they aren't even flying drones.
I have part 107 and had a real estate office call me and asked if I would fly a property for them . He told me he had a drone and had posted pictures he had done on a site . He said he was called by the Local FAA and asked if he had part 107 and if not this was his warning not to continue without it. He believes another agent from another company turned him in. He had me fly for him because they said the next call would be up to a $10,000 cost to him .
I have part 107 and had a real estate office call me and asked if I would fly a property for them . He told me he had a drone and had posted pictures he had done on a site . He said he was called by the Local FAA and asked if he had part 107 and if not this was his warning not to continue without it. He believes another agent from another company turned him in. He had me fly for him because they said the next call would be up to a $10,000 cost to him .
How is the 'enemy' being an ahole for reporting illegal activity? They (and more people) should be reporting illegally flying drones.I guess if your competitor or enemy wants to be an ahole and turn you in to the FAA at least they tend to be informative first before being punitive.
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