Wildfires

FBI seeks drone pilot after collision grounds firefighting aircraft

The FBI and FAA are investigating a collision between an unauthorized drone and a firefighting “Super Scooper” aircraft battling the…

Careless Drone Operators Hamper U.S. Wildfire Firefighting Efforts

Careless drone operators continue to hamper wildfire firefighting efforts across the United States this summer. Last week, a helicopter delivering…

Cal Fire: Drone Causes Disruption of Firefighting Efforts

Previously reported by CBS8 in San Diego, a minor vegetation fire ignited on August 1 along the I-15, south of…

WA State: Don’t Fly Drones Near Wildfires

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources has embarked on a “left of launch” campaign to remind drone enthusiasts to…

TFRs Pop Up in Western U.S. Due to Wildfires

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has recently issued multiple Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) in the Southwestern United States due…

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