Federal officials say it is generally legal to fly a drone in non-controlled air spaces if it is operated under 400 feet, avoids all other aircraft — like paragliders — and abides by other rules ...
It also reminded the public that “flying a drone near a wildfire is dangerous and can cost lives” and to avoid doing so until restrictions are lifted. The firefighting aircraft’s wing was ...
Officials said no one was injured and the aircraft landed safely. “We would like to remind everyone that flying a drone in the midst of firefighting efforts is a federal crime and punishable by ...