We all hear complaints from Drones flying to high in the airspace over 400 ft. Which gives those that aside and follow the ROE (Rules of Engagement) so here is a little rant on my part I was flying my Solo at the beach at Opal Beach between navarre and Pensacola Florida. I just landed my Drone after taking some video. I heard an aircraft in my vacinity and saw a private aircraft flying below 500 ft. FAA regulation is: An altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure...... As I was packing up I had a cop came up and asked me how high am I allowed to fly my drone and what are the rules if I was flying my drone when the aircraft approached. I stated according to the FAA we have a max altitude of 400 ft. The reason for this is keep a 100ft clearance between civilian aircraft and drone pilots. Clearly that aircraft was flying VFR and was flying below the required AGL. The question was who has the right of way. I stated because I do not have to file a flight plan. I would have give the right of way to the Aircraft. What are you guys thoughtsoon on this. I'm sure I am not the only person that has experienced airspace intrusion. You thoughts
Before the question gets asked.
Yes, I was 15 miles from nearest airport.
Before the question gets asked.
Yes, I was 15 miles from nearest airport.