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Originally Posted by planenut
I saw an article on the "Click" this morning regarding the use of drones for delivery of small packages. There is definitely a useful need for this in remote areas as has been proved by the trials involving the delivery of medicines in Africa, but I do fear that the introduction of this in major developments will lead to an increase in the dangers from malfunctions, and the decline in free soaring wildlife, and dinosaurs such as me.
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In March this year new regulations came into force in Kenya for drone users to have a licence. As well as the cost, they must demonstrate they know how to operate them. $1200 USD for private use and $2300 USD commercial for the license.
The Red Cross have said they will be interested in getting the drones. I know the Kenya Wildlife Service use them to catch poachers.
The fees for a license are a blow to photographers and film makers, to farmers and land owners.