This might be on point.
New FAA Reauthorization Act Has Big Implications for Hobbyist Drone Pilots - UAV Coach
New FAA Reauthorization Act Has Big Implications for Hobbyist Drone Pilots - UAV Coach
Touched a cloud with the drone
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If you are talking about recreational flying there is only the VLOS requirement.
A little rain storm came through town followed by really low flying clouds. So I sent the drone up to take a look. The clouds gave a neat effect to the photo.
I'm sure it's probably not a good idea to fly in the clouds due to moister content. So I will give this warning: Do not try this at home - this drone operator does not have a grip on reality.
JDawg
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Nice pic, post more.A little rain storm came through town followed by really low flying clouds. So I sent the drone up to take a look. The clouds gave a neat effect to the photo.
I'm sure it's probably not a good idea to fly in the clouds due to moister content. So I will give this warning: Do not try this at home - this drone operator does not have a grip on reality.
JDawg
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Did you have all of your sensors off and if not were they being confused when you were in the clouds?
And how is this staying legal? 500’ clear of clouds. No wonder FAA wants to shut drones down
JDawg
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Cloud clearance is 500ft below and 1000ft above. At least that's what the clearance requirements are for private pilots. What does part 107 say about visibility?
That's almost correct. Cloud clearance is 500ft below and 1000ft above. At least that's what the clearance requirements are for private pilots. What does part 107 say about visibility?
for the record, i live in a very rural area far from bravo, delta, and charlie airports. I addition, I am very aware of the routes air traffic use enroute to those airports and i stay well away from those corridors. Interestingly, I live in a natural park land reserve and im pretty sure some of the area's are restricted to air traffic, at least lower flying civilian aircraft for sure...
So after reading this thread I went and researched the "cloud rules" a bit. Turns out I may have ****** up I'm mean, unintentionally disobeyed the rules
The rules state a remote pilot must keep their UAV at least 500 feet below clouds and 2,000 feet horizontally away from clouds. Also, there’s a minimum flight visibility requirement of 3 statute miles.
When does fog become cloud?
While taking this shot the UAV was in VLOS @ 150ft altitude. Probably not 2000' from the fog though. Although not as close as the picture makes it look. The Zoom really helps there. Is two out of three a fail? Probably.
The rules state a remote pilot must keep their UAV at least 500 feet below clouds and 2,000 feet horizontally away from clouds. Also, there’s a minimum flight visibility requirement of 3 statute miles.
When does fog become cloud?
While taking this shot the UAV was in VLOS @ 150ft altitude. Probably not 2000' from the fog though. Although not as close as the picture makes it look. The Zoom really helps there. Is two out of three a fail? Probably.
Then which rules are you talking about, with respect to visibility and clouds?
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