Hello everyone!
Drones for recreational purposes have been around for a few years. I do not own one but I do find them to be very fun when used responsibly. However, some do tend to use them the wrong way and a few incidents cough the eye of government officials.
In Canada, the government is proposing any drone "bigger than a tiny toy" should be registered, pass a knowledge test and pay for liability insurance. This applies to drones weighing more than 250 grams (0.55 pounds). When it comes to age, they propose a minimum age of 14 to operate very small (probably toys) drones. For drones heavier than 1 Kg (2.2 pounds) the minimum age is 16.
For those who operate a drone or are considering one, do you think those proposed rules would prevent you from investing in one? Do you think it is fair that one must follow some basic course in order to operate drone safely ? (Putting aside "this is another cash grab by the government bla bla"). Any similar rules being drafted in your country?
Be interesting to hear your thoughts!
Source:
CBC.ca