by Scott Simmie | Mar 23, 2017 | Drones, Featured, Legal/FAA
“Calling all drone pilots!” If you’re a responsible drone pilot, you’re probably aware of the basic rules for responsible flight. And really, they’re just common sense: Don’t fly over people or buildings Don’t fly near...
by Scott Simmie | Mar 16, 2017 | Drones, Legal/FAA, News
The Canadian government has tightened the rules for recreational drone flyers in Canada. Drones must now be clearly marked with the owner’s name, address, and telephone number. There are additional restrictions that will make it far more difficult to fly in...
by Scott Simmie | Mar 16, 2017 | Aerial Photography, Cameras, Featured
DxOMark – the camera and testing lab that many consider the Gold Standard for cameras – has turned its attention to the sensors used in drone cameras. And DJI’s X5S has scored the highest of any aerial camera tested. Before we dive in, we’ll take a moment...
by Scott Simmie | Feb 23, 2017 | Drones, Featured, Legal/FAA
The organization representing the main manufacturers of civilian drones says a new FAA report on drone sightings “once again confirms that unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) have an admirable safety record.” The Drone Manufacturers Alliance serves as the...
by Scott Simmie | Feb 23, 2017 | Featured, Privacy
At The Digital Circuit, we like keeping our eye on both technology and policy. The tech stuff? That’s easy: We’re early adopters and geeks. And the policy stuff? Well, dry as it may be to pore through lengthy documents, the area has huge implications for...
