I own a M2. Let me first say that my decision to make this my first drone was not at all based on whether or not I was required to register with the FAA. My considerations were quality, capability, and price. I feel that I've thoroughly educated myself regarding the current law and my intention is to be a compliant hobbyist flyer. That being said I am still considering registering for a couple reasons:
- To demonstrate that I am clearly law-abiding and and take my flying seriously when the day comes that my drone makes someone uncomfortable and I may have an interaction with the local authorities
- I am considering buying the folding landing gear extensions for it, and at that point it will exceed the 249g threshold and require registration anyway
I've spent time reading pro/con articles and posts about registration. Too many of them were people wanting someone to tell them it was okay to dodge the law. A thread here about a year ago responded to by BD0G and a few others helped validate my perspective. However, I gather that laws will likely be changing very soon to some degree. What I have watched and read is semi-speculative at this point and I am not fluent enough yet to understand the potential repercussions.
Can any of you more tenured members of the community tell me if any of the upcoming changes might effect my decision to register?
Thank you all.
- To demonstrate that I am clearly law-abiding and and take my flying seriously when the day comes that my drone makes someone uncomfortable and I may have an interaction with the local authorities
- I am considering buying the folding landing gear extensions for it, and at that point it will exceed the 249g threshold and require registration anyway
I've spent time reading pro/con articles and posts about registration. Too many of them were people wanting someone to tell them it was okay to dodge the law. A thread here about a year ago responded to by BD0G and a few others helped validate my perspective. However, I gather that laws will likely be changing very soon to some degree. What I have watched and read is semi-speculative at this point and I am not fluent enough yet to understand the potential repercussions.
Can any of you more tenured members of the community tell me if any of the upcoming changes might effect my decision to register?
Thank you all.