Live from the 2019 FAA UAS Symposium - FAA's stance on Drone Shootings and Pilots Operating without a Drone License

In today's show, we discuss two critical issues which have been plaguing the drone industry - drone shootings and illegal drone operations. Live from the FAA UAS 2019 Symposium, we interview Charles Raley to learn about the FAA's stance on these two topics.

This show kicks off with Charles giving us an overview of FAA's enforcement policies. Then we transition to the first topic of today's show - illegal drone operation. We had reported earlier how non-compliant drone pilots are getting away without facing the full brunt for their actions. Is the FAA treating this issue seriously now? And, is the FAA enforcing action against organizations who hire these illegal pilots? In this show, you will learn that you can even lose your license in case of repeated instances of non-compliance.

The second topic that we discuss is that of drone shootings. What are the consequences of a drone shooting? Misplaced paranoia and unawareness about drone laws have resulted in a huge spurt in drone shootings. Is the FAA, along with the DOD and the DOJ enforcing legal action against drone shooters? We wrap up this show by sharing how you can report illegal drone operations to the FSDO. Tune in our latest and very special show now. Fly safe!

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Timestamps

Paul welcomes Charles to the show

Charles gives us "peek" into FAA's enforcement policies

What is the likelihood of legal enforcement action against non-compliant drone pilots?

Will penalties increase in case of repeated non-compliance?

Which enforcement agencies do the FAA work with?

Are Part 107 compliant pilots losing out because of lax enforcement policies?

Is there any action being taken against organizations hiring pilots without a drone license?

What are the consequences of a drone shooting?

Does the FAA have any jurisdiction as far as state and local laws are concerned?

What should you do if you see a drone flying illegally near you?