Happy Labor Day
AIRPORT VOICE, SEPTEMBER 2019 7
Drone sightings increase
Weaponized or inquisitive?
The Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) is warning the general
public that it is illegal to operate
a drone with a dangerous
weapon attached.
Perhaps you’ve seen online photos
and videos of drones with attached
guns, bombs, fi reworks,
fl amethrowers, and other dangerous
items. Do not consider attaching
any items such as these to a
drone because operating a drone
with such an item may result in
signifi cant harm to a person and to
your bank account.
Operating a drone that has a
dangerous weapon attached to it is
a violation of Section 363 of the 2018
FAA Reauthorization Act enacted
Oct. 5, 2018. Operators are subject
to civil penalties up to $25,000 for
each violation, unless the operator
has received specifi c authorization
from the Administrator of the FAA
to conduct the operation. “Dangerous
Weapon” means any item that
is used for, or is readily capable of,
causing death or serious bodily injury.
Operators should keep in mind
that federal regulations and statutes
that generally govern drone
operations still apply. Some state
and federal criminal laws regarding
weapons and hazardous materials
may also apply to drone operators
or manufacturers involved in
certain operations.
Reports of unmanned aircraft
(UAS) sightings from pilots, citizens
and law enforcement have increased
dramatically over the past
two years. The FAA now receives
more than 100 such reports each
month. The agency wants to send
out a clear message that operating
drones around airplanes, helicopters
and airports is dangerous and
illegal. Unauthorized operators
may be subject to stiff fi nes and
criminal charges, including possible
jail time.
Airway LLC honors our employees, friends and
co-companies in celebrating Labor Day.
This day is especially dedicated to the social and
economic achievements of American workers.
We at Airway share the belief that Labor Day is a
national tribute to the contributions workers have
made to the strength, prosperity, and well being of
our country
Our family business understands how a commitment
to our employees translates into an even ever-stronger
dedication to our workers, customers and associates.
We believe that the success of our employees creates
a sense of ownership and partnership with our family
interests and opportunities for us all.
On the Greatest Day in
History, Everyone
at
Salutes Our Troops At Home And
Abroad...