The clock is ticking because the NDAA, now incorporating HR 2864, is ready for a vote right now. The precise wording and full scope of the adjustments stay unknown, however this presents a important second for these looking for to know upcoming drone coverage panorama.
I see a terrific Renaissance within the small drone constructing firm group, their market is getting a lot bigger for NDAA compliant machines.
I used to be chatting with Mark Townsend of Louisiana Helicam and final evening and he agreed
“I’d like to see more mom/pop/boutique drone shops. Akin to a custom luthier/guitar shop. Not everything needs to be rigged for the masses”.
Sadly the storm has already damaged that may wash away these new firms.
The AUVSI Inexperienced UAS scheme with its excessive compliance testing charges will make it unattainable for mother and pop to begin up. However that’s provided that the trade accepts it.
AUVSI could be the commerce group that killed its ex board member within the USA (DJI) and kicked American drone innovation additional down the street.
All hail greed.