From PC Mag: Soon, the United States government might track drones just as it does airplanes and helicopters. CNBC reports the Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a new rule in which the federal government would be able to track almost all drones.
The draft notes a remote ID system gathering data from both personal and commercial drones. With drones on its radar, the federal agency would be able to monitor a network for air traffic safety and potential threats of terrorism. Should the rule take effect, all eligible drones would need to be registered within a three-year period.
Eligible drones include all models weighing more than 0.55 pounds. The signal emitted by them needs to highlight position as well as the operator's identity. Nearby drones need to steer clear and avoid conflict, which is why the FAA would require clear notification. Free-flying drones would issue their notifications on a radio frequency and over the internet, according to Bloomberg.
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