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Originally Posted by Goldwingnut
This has been a funny thread!
Remote ID is required but there are at least 3 problems:
1) there's no way to enforce it - no requirement to and no manpower or money to
2) most newer aircraft now have it built in but older drones require an add on module that can cost between $30 and $200 or more, and availability of these has been cyclic and scares. Over half my drones don't have it and require a module to legally fly and I can't use just one and share it, the FAA requires each to have their own serialized module.
3) most drone pilots don't like the system because it can make their location information known to the public making them vulnerable to confrontations, attack, and thefts. Few have issues with law enforcement or the FAA having this information, but the general public is a real show stopper for most and have resulting in many ignoring the requirement for their own safety.
And of course, the biggie on the whole remote ID issue – it basically doesn’t work and when it does it works poorly. It was a nice idea but was rushed and poorly implemented. It was rushed and is generally a total waste of time and money.
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Don, since you’re a very knowledgeable and experienced drone pilot, I’m curious what the thoughts are with you and your fellow pilots regarding the trade offs between necessary regulations and not being overly restrictive to pilots. Drones have evolved rapidly and necessary regulations haven’t appeared to be put into place addressing their ever growing presence and potential applications. I think a lot of the general population is uncomfortable having their privacy potentially invaded by the presence of high definition cameras flying over their property and images being posted on social media. Additionally, with all the wack jobs out there, drones can be used to carry very dangerous payloads. Drones obviously also have several beneficial applications and are generally used responsibly, which shouldn’t be limited. Just curious how the experienced and educated drone pilot community views this?