The Mississippi legislation codifies that final authority over the airspace lies with the Federal Aviation Administration and stops further burdensome rules, making a secure and cohesive regulatory setting by which business drone operations can thrive.
Michael Smitsky, Vice President, Authorities Affairs at AUVSI, stated: “With industry-backed laws now state legislation, AUVSI is proud to declare Mississippi ‘Drone Ready’. Mississippi is on the forefront of states main the best way in making ready for the advantages that the way forward for uncrewed and autonomous flight will carry to communities.”
Through the 2023 state legislative periods, Drone Ready has tracked 143 state measures launched concerning drones or Superior Air Mobility. Industrial drone operations present immense public advantages within the localities the place they function by bringing enterprise investments and workforce alternatives. Drone know-how is additionally being leveraged by state businesses to conduct infrastructure inspections and modernize first responder operations.
AUVSI and Drone Ready companions assist proposals which: (1) Promote drone use for public profit; (2) Acknowledge the authority of the Federal Aviation Administration over airspace navigation and security; (3) Leverage present legal guidelines that already handle considerations like privateness and trespass; and (4) Promote know-how neutrality.
