Anyone who offers up hard numbers for the drone population in the United States is merely guessing, especially since the FAA’s new Part 107 rule took effect last year. While the precise number isn’t really known, the trend is certainly clear: there will be more and more drones from now on. What worries people who operate airplanes, helicopters and other drones is how do we keep them from running into each other?
ATC for Drones?
Key Takeaways:
- The rapid increase in the US drone population raises significant concerns about potential air collisions.
- Microsoft Ventures, alongside other major companies, has invested heavily in AirMap, a startup developing an Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) software system to manage drone airspace and prevent incidents.
- AirMap's UTM technology is already used by over 125 airports, including most major US airports, to monitor nearby drone activity, highlighting its pivotal role in the future of drone safety and logistics.
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