Boston Police Step Up Drone Monitoring as DJI Removes Safety Features
After DJI got rid of its geofencing controls, the responsibility for flying safely now rests with pilots. Meanwhile, Boston’s police department is preparing to crack down on illegal flights.
As consumer drones become cheaper and more common, the removal of built-in safety limits raises fresh worries. Local police are planning tighter monitoring of unauthorized drone flights across Boston’s skies.
“Recreational flyers need to consult with local authorities before launching drones to avoid illegal operations,” said Dan Linskey to Boston 25 News.
Through careful FAA review, Draganfly earned permission to fly over Boston’s streets and crowds. Their license requires constant visual monitoring, GPS tracking, and safety backups like emergency parachutes.
Current FAA rules prohibit extended flights over moving traffic or people. Flying at night remains forbidden under existing regulations.
Medical supply delivery tops the list of approved uses. Emergency teams could soon deliver vital supplies to crisis scenes using approved flight routes.
The ACLU has mixed feelings about more drones in cities. Their main concern is increased watching from above.
“Being informed and knowing how to use drones safely matters, especially in complex airspaces like Boston,” said Jovan Tanisijvic to Boston 25 News.
These changes impact everyone from professionals to hobby flyers. Without automatic restrictions, pilots must keep track of no-fly zones and changing rules.
As drone use grows, safety experts want stricter controls. Lower prices put these devices in inexperienced hands.
Police now watch for violations near sensitive areas. Breaking flight rules carries heavy fines and possible jail time.
