Thursday, January 31, 2013


Hello, AVT 422:

The blog topic for this week (February 6) is:
UAVs: A Commercial Future?


Over the last decade, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) (UAS, Drones, etc.) have seen steady growth and development.  This growth is most notable in the military sector.  However, in the last few years, manufacturers and users are beginning to show interest in potential commercial markets.

The expansion of the commercial UAV market is not without its challenges.  Choose two of the issues noted below.  Research your choices and provide a discussion of each.  Insert at least two links (and citations) for each topic.

1.  Integration of UAVs into the National Airspace System.
2.  Lack of regulations governing flight safety.  (Both domestically and globally.)
3.  Coping with a diverse customer base and multiple commercial applications.
4.  Pilot training and certification.

Grading criteria for this blog post will be as follows:
Issue #1......................................................................5 points
Issue #2......................................................................5 points
Depth of discussion..................................................5 points
Appropriate links and citations...............................4 points
Grammar and Style...................................................5 points
Three significant comments on other blogs.........6 points
Total..........................................................................30 points

Do not forget the following:
1.  Address your choices fully to receive full credit.
2.  Do not forget to add a link and integrate that link smoothly. 
3.  Cite your sources, using APA formatting, at the bottom of your posting. 
4.  Please proofread your work.
5.  Upload your comments to the Dropbox.

Your post is due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday evening.
Comments are due by the start of class on February 6

Enjoy,
Dr. Tartalone

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