"I agree not everyone needs instruction for every task done with a drone. The skill level and maturity of drone pilots varies widely, and there is little consequence for violating FAA regulations, city ordinances, or general disregard for public…"
"Excellent arguments and points Haygood. I'm not advocating excessively prohibitive rules and restrictions. At the very least, there needs to be a minimum pilot certification (as there is for Ultralights and other personal aircraft) And pilots need…"
"I agree with John Maffetone. Until regulations for drone operation and pilot certification are adopted, novice pilots with consumer-level drones will continue to disregard public safety, and potentially hinder public acceptance of drones for…"