Sorry I have to advocate for drone use wherever it makes sense. I'm not necessarily looking to allow people to get fantastic shots or scenic photos but simply having a decent place to fly. If all state parks were open to drones by default with minor restrictions, we would be satisfied. But it's not and I have to advocate for national parks the same way I do for state parks, county parks, and city parks that implement strict bans for absolutely no reason other than "just because."
If we allow this mentality, we stand only to lose more and never gain and once again, drones will be flown in neighborhoods and city streets when they don't have to be. Maybe it's time we establish standalone "Drone parks" similar to "RC parks" not FRIAs. Let's call it that if it makes people feel better. People need somewhere other than private property to go fly their drone because I can understand the apprehension some flyers may feel flying over private property especially as it is becoming illegal in so many places.
I once heard lights and sirens coming in my direction and I thought nothing of it, I'm in a public park and I have been flying there for years but I see this patrol car approaching and once he sees me (and likely recognize me and what I am doing), he stands down and turns around...for sure. Been meaning to do a public records request to find out what that was all about.
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