Are Americans Skeptical About the Use of Commercial Drones?

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Are Americans Skeptical About the Use of Commercial Drones?

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Are drones starting to transform technology today? In the past few years, the use of an unmanned aerial vehicle has grown quickly because it can stay aloft for several hours compared to manned aircraft. Apart from that, drones are affordable, and most people use it remotely so there is no danger to the flight crew. It did not fail to capture the attention of filmmakers, savvy photographers, hobbyists, TV producers, and many more. In fact, they view drones as a tool for endless commercial applications. Recently, however, the Federal Aviation Administration did not like the idea of keeping drones out of the skies. Some Americans already voiced their concerns about their right to

privacy,

worrying

that

the

unmanned

aircraft could be invasive. According to a survey, 43 percent of Americans do not like the idea of commercial drone use. About 21 percent favored, while another 35 per cent were in the middle or undecided. The report comes after industry watchers expect that the FAA will present the Congress their draft regulations about the ownership and use of drones in commercial and private businesses.


Still, there are people who pay close attention to the potential of drones in the commercial world. Photography Many professional photographers use drones

to

take

corporations,

amazing

startups,

videos.

and

even

Big small

business owners can contact them to take aerial

shots

compelling

of

a

property

advertisements.

or

produce

Drone

aerial

photography allows anyone to take a film scene over the mountains, crowded towns or some stunning landscapes. Instead of relying on a big production crew, a photographer only needs a remote-controlled drone. Real-time News When it comes to reporting a news about natural disasters (volcanic eruption, mudslides,

tornadoes or tsunamis),

using

huge helicopters might not be the best option. This is where drones come in handy. Drones equipped with cameras are helpful, as they can fly lower in smaller areas and explore steep locations than bigger manned aircraft.


Public Health Service Drones can be a great help during search and rescue

operations.

Without

planes

or

helicopters, drones can work in dangerous situations

without

harming

anyone.

The

Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International shares that drones can produce around

100,000

jobs and

$82

billion in

economic impact in the first decade the government permits it to fly domestic skies. Drones, when used properly and safely, can be beneficial to anyone who will use them. Despite criticisms, using the technology can make a big difference in people’s lives. Resources: http://www.valuewalk.com/2014/12/america ns-overwhelming-oppose-commercial-dronesuse-poll-shows/ http://www.dslrpros.com/dslrprosproducts/dslr-drone-kits.html http://voices.nationalgeographic.com/2014/0 3/05/so-you-want-to-shoot-aerialphotography-using-drones/


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