Intro To Wilderness Areas As drones become more popular among outdoor adventurers and creators, it’s natural to want to take your drone along for that next epic hike, backpacking trip, or mountain summit. But before you launch your drone in a remote, beautiful spot, there’s one rule every pilot needs to understand: you cannot fly drones…
Stadium TFRs can be tricky to understand and locate, making them a potential pitfall for drone pilots. As drone technology grows in popularity, operators must navigate these complex airspace restrictions—especially near sports stadiums, where TFRs are frequently in place but not always easy to spot in standard flight planning tools. Stadium TFRs: What You Need to…
The Growing Requirement for Drone Insurance in State Parks, Counties, and Universities As drone popularity soars among hobbyists and professionals alike, the need for clear regulatory guidelines has become increasingly important. Across the United States, various state parks, counties, and universities have introduced specific rules for using drones on their properties. In many cases, these…
At AutoPylot, we’re dedicated to providing drone pilots with the tools they need to fly safely and efficiently. Our latest enhancement expands the Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) feature, notifying you if your flight overlaps with a scheduled TFR. This proactive approach to flight planning offers significant safety benefits. Here are five reasons why knowing about upcoming TFRs…
In the rapidly evolving world of drone technology, understanding airspace regulations is crucial for hobbyists and professional drone pilots. Two terms often encountered are DJI GEO Zones and FAA LAANC airspace approvals. While both aim to ensure safe drone operations, they operate quite differently. Here’s a breakdown of their differences and what drone pilots need…
Can I Fly My Drone In a National Park? The short answer is no; the National Park Service (NPS) strictly prohibits the take-off and landing of any uncrewed aerial system (UAS) inside park boundaries and in Wilderness areas or wildlife refugees managed by other federal agencies such as the Forest Service and…