Where The Drones Are II

Octobers article, Where the Drones Are, has no place in Aviation Safety. The very tone of it offends my safety senses honed over 59 years of private, commercial and military flying. Think about where they are. Then dont go there. Silly. The entire article belongs in a Drones Today magazine.

Editorial Staff

Friday, November 18, 2016 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

One reader strongly criticizes an article for downplaying drone dangers, arguing the FAA's regulations are inadequate and the public cannot properly understand airspace rules.
Another pilot shares personal insights on how specific habits, such as consistent turning directions during run-ups and "running" run-ups while taxiing, led to uneven brake wear, and plans to adjust these practices.
A third discusses the complexities of transitioning to ICAO international flight plans, highlighting challenges with new terminology and the determination of specific equipment and other information codes for general aviation.

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October’s article, “Where the Drones Are,” has no place in Aviation Safety. The very tone of it offends my safety senses honed over 59 years of private, commercial and military flying. “Think about where they are. Then don’t go there.” Silly. The entire article belongs in a Drones Today magazine. Mike Hart has rationalized his stance to suit himself. And don’t take a safety cue from the FAA on this subject, which notoriously rejects most recommendations from the NTSB following their accident investigations.