Oklahoma is pushing through three bills with restrictions on model aviation. While these bills may be well intended, they are problematic and need removed or amended. With your help, we are hopeful Oklahoma legislators will work with groups like AMA to find better solutions to protect everyone’s interests. SB 660 […]
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Washington State UAS Bill 1049 Stalled in the House
We are excited to share good news from the state of Washington. AMA confirmed that House Bill 1049, which would have imposed new burdensome registration requirements, is unlikely to move forward this year. As it was written, this proposed legislation would have imposed unnecessary regulation on the operation of UAS. […]
Continue readingUtah to consider flights over 400 feet as a misdemeanor
UPDATE 3/2/2017: Thanks to everyone’s efforts, an amendment was added to S.B. 111 clarifying that anyone who flies model aircraft for recreation must either comply with SB111 OR the Special Rule For Model Aircraft. The Special Rule For Model Aircraft, sometimes referred to as Section 336 or 14 CFR 101 […]
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