The Federal Aviation Administration released the final Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Rule yesterday.
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) submitted comments to the FAA during its proposed rulemaking last year, and while the final rule did not include all of AFBF’s recommendations, it does provide a path forward to integrate this emerging tool for American agriculture.
“Farmers and ranchers can begin using a new tool in the toolbox, which allows their farming businesses to be more efficient, economical and environmentally friendly,” said AFBF Director of Congressional Relations RJ Karney.
AFBF looks forward to working with the FAA to fine-tune this rule so farmers and ranchers can maximize drone technology to its fullest potential. The rule will become effective in late August 2016.