Reports & Papers-Drones

Drones

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IMUA's Loss Control and Claims Committee report on drones highlights the current restrictions and potential future uses of unmanned aircraft systems. While drones are mainly utilized by government agencies and military contractors, there is growing interest in various sectors like land surveying and agriculture once FAA regulations are finalized. The report also discusses how drones are being used for ice reconnaissance and cargo delivery, such as by DHL in Europe. The FAA has different procedures for civil and public UAS operations, including issuing Special Airworthiness Certificates and Certificates of Authorization or Waiver. Commercial drones present various opportunities in industries like agriculture, product delivery, insurance, media, oil & gas, and search and rescue. Key features of commercial drones include lightweight design, high-resolution cameras, long flight durations, and VTOL capabilities. Additionally, the report mentions ongoing drone testing in selected states to potentially pave the way for future commercial drone use. Various references are provided for more in-depth information on the regulation and certification of unmanned aerial vehicles.

Keywords

IMUA

Loss Control

Claims Committee

drones

unmanned aircraft systems

FAA regulations

land surveying

agriculture

ice reconnaissance

cargo delivery