The UAS Flyer - January 29, 2015

Botlink app provides UAS operators with safe navigation Incidents of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) flying where they are not supposed to have become all too common, and they are what led Shawn Muehler to create Botlink, a program for UAV operators that is expected to go commercial in March. READ MORE SHARE
FAA, Pirker settle UAS case for $1,100 The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has settled its case against unmanned aerial vehicle pilot Raphael Pirker who will pay a $1,100 civil penalty rather than the $10,000 fine the agency originally assessed. READ MORE SHARE
	Alabama governor creates state UAS Council As recommended by the task force he formed, Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley has created a state Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Council through an executive order. READ MORE SHARE
Packet Digital's technology could change UAS perceptions How the industry thinks about uses for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) could change dramatically by making them more energy efficient. READ MORE SHARE
Former US Dept. of Justice aviation lawyer talks UAVs The recent unmanned aircraft vehicle (UAV) crash at the White House has people in the industry asking even more questions regarding future regulations for the aircraft. Former US Department of Justice aviation lawyer weighs in. READ MORE SHARE
	Aerobotika soaring after announcement of UAV training academy Paul Bennett has not let his competitive nature get in the way of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) commercialization progress. Starting in February, Bennett and his team based in British Columbia, Canada will start a UAV training academy. READ MORE SHARE