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Briefing
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- Pending drone bills – More than one dozen drone bills are pending action in California that could restrict drone flights from emergency situations, forest fires, schools and prisons, while another will limit law enforcement surveillance
- Illegal flights – 921 encounters between drones and manned aircraft occurred from mid-December 2013 to mid-September 2015, with most occurring in restricted areas and altitudes
- Existing drone rules – Prohibit flying over 400 feet, within five miles of airports, at night, and out of sight of drone operators
- Drone market growth – Around 520,000 drones registered with FAA, surpassing number of licensed manned aircraft, with 700,000 new drones expected in 2016
- Technology sector interest – Technology companies are observing drone legislation in California, supporting rules that prohibit stalking in illegal areas while objecting to special permit requirements for otherwise legal activities
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