AMA applauds the FAA for making it clear that students can use UAS, including model aircraft, for educational purposes. For years, model aircraft have been used for science, technology, education and math (STEM) education without burdensome requirements on teachers and students. In recent years, AMA advocated that new regulations for small UAS not encumber this important educational process and, most recently, asked Congress to clarify educational use in the next FAA reauthorization bill.<\/p>\n
We strongly believe that model aircraft serve as aviation\u2019s stepping stone. Neil Armstrong, aviation pioneer Burt Rutan, and astronaut Robert \u201cHoot\u201d Gibson\u2014all lifelong AMA members\u2014are just a few examples of this promising career path. We have no doubt that STEM education programs across the country will benefit from improved access to this technology.<\/p>\n
In addition, we are pleased that the FAA has announced a new drone advisory committee to work on UAS integration alongside the agency. As AMA participated in both the UAS registration taskforce and the Micro UAS aviation rulemaking committee, we understand the need for a diverse set of voices to advise the agency and believe it is critical for the hobbyist community to be well-represented. We look forward to continuing our work with all stakeholders to ensure the safety of our skies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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