Table of Contents
Introduction 1 A quick history of drones
Case study: NASA’s unmanned organizational flaws
2 Technology adoption: A story of war and economics
Case study: The Yamaha RMAX2
A revolutionary technology on an evolutionary path: An interview with Michael Toscano
3 International standards and regulations
Case study: Examples of international regulations
4 Domestic regulations, standards and the FAA roadmap
Case study: The role of industry consensus groups – ASTM and RTCA
We’ve got to know where we’ve been to know where we’re going: An interview with Johnny Walker
5 Concept of Operations: One size does not fit all
Case study: One size does not fit all
6 How to be safe and legal: SMS for remotely piloted aircraft
Case study: Risk assessment checklist for sUAS operations
Lessons learned in blood must not be forgotten: An interview with Thomas Anthony
7 The States Act and privacy implications for drones
Case study: The privacy dilemma – The Constitution and case law
8 Developing a community
One message may not fit all: An interview with Gretchen West