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     6 months ago  

    Federal law still prohibits shooting down drones
    While state lawmakers may support citizen action against drones, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly disagrees.

    The agency considers drones to be aircraft, making it illegal to shoot at them.

    “A private citizen shooting at any aircraft, including unmanned aircraft, poses a significant safety hazard,” the FAA warns.

    “An unmanned aircraft hit by gunfire could crash, causing damage to persons or property on the ground, or it could collide with other objects in the air.”

    The agency adds: “Shooting at an unmanned aircraft could result in a civil penalty from the FAA and/or criminal charges from federal, state or local law enforcement.”

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       6 months ago  

      A growing reaction to drone surveillance
      Florida’s move follows increasing complaints across the U.S. about unexplained drone sightings and growing unease over surveillance technology.

      While the FAA insists the drones don’t pose national security threats, citizens continue to demand clearer regulations.

      Over 1 million drones are currently registered with the FAA, but many more likely remain untracked.

      The proposed legislation could shift how states manage drone privacy, and it may not stop with Florida.

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