Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Independence, Ohio (6,573 square feet)
, which includes reports from the public, tallied at least 160 sightings last month of drones flying near airports.“The FAA recognizes that urgency, and we all know additional changes need to be made to allow the airports to go out and detect and mitigate where necessary,” said Hannah Thach, executive director of the
, known as Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence.Contact AP’s global investigative team atFor secure and confidential communications, use the free Signal app
The FAA said it has taken steps to mitigate the risks of drones. It has prohibited nearly all drones from flying near airports without prior authorization, though such rules are difficult to enforce, and recreational users may not be aware of restrictions.for drones weighing more than 250 grams (0.55 pounds), and such drones are required to carry a radio
that identifies the drone’s owner and broadcasts its position to help avert collisions. Additional rules govern commercial drone use.
The agency has also been“It’s what I’ve been given to learn the truth,” he continued. “There’s a way that I’m learning to be with hard times when things arise. It’s like ‘Good, yes, thank you.’ I’m willing to learn these lessons.”
Believe it or not, Smith is set to embark on his first-ever headline tour this summer.He is structuring the shows around different phases of his life and career: One featuring Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff, another highlighting his film and TV journey and third act he calls the “new phase, new energy,” where Jeff and others will return to the stage.
(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)