Overview: Drones Are Aircraft – Know the Law Before You Fly New Zealand treats drones (remotely piloted aircraft) as real aircraft, meaning drone pilots are responsible for safety just like any other pilot aviation.govt.nz aviation.govt.nz. All drone operators – whether recreational hobbyists or commercial professionals – must follow the Civil Aviation Rules. These rules are…
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Recreational vs. Commercial Drone Use Regulations Under the EU-wide framework adopted by the Netherlands, drone rules are risk-based rather than purpose-based – meaning the laws don’t fundamentally change whether you’re flying for fun or for business business.gov.nl. Both recreational hobbyists and commercial operators must abide by the same core safety rules in the “open” category…
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The Dassault Mirage family of fighter jets – from the early Mirage III through the Mirage F1, Mirage 2000, and the ambitious Mirage 4000 – represents one of the most storied lineages in aviation. These French delta-wing warriors carved out a legendary reputation for speed, versatility, and global impact. Born in the Cold War, the Mirage jets combined elegant…
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Thinking of flying a drone in Egypt? Think again. Egypt imposes some of the world’s strictest drone regulations, effectively a near-total ban on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) without special authorization. Both recreational hobbyists and commercial operators face heavy restrictions – including a requirement for military approval to even possess a drone – and violators risk…
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All F-22 Raptor Developments in 2025 The legendary F-22 Raptor stealth fighter has had a pivotal year in 2025, marked by high-stakes combat operations, ambitious modernization plans, and fierce debates over its future. From spearheading airstrikes in the Middle East to receiving cutting-edge upgrades aimed at countering rising threats, the F-22 has proven why it…
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2025 has been a turbulent and historic year for the U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. From top-secret combat missions in the Middle East to cutting-edge upgrades and high-level defense budget battles, the iconic flying wing has dominated headlines. This long-form roundup explores everything B-2 in 2025 – including global deployments and missions, maintenance…
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Complete Roundup of the Chinese J-35 Fighter Jet China’s new J-35 stealth fighter – a carrier-capable offshoot of the Shenyang FC-31 “Gyrfalcon” program – marks a major leap in Beijing’s military aviation ambitions. Developed as the country’s second fifth-generation warplane after the J-20, the J-35 is designed to bring stealth and advanced multirole capabilities to…
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Regulatory Framework and User Categories Brazil regulates drones under a framework led by the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) in coordination with the Department of Airspace Control (DECEA) and the National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) anac.gov.br. ANAC distinguishes recreational drones (referred to as model aircraft) from non-recreational drones (referred to as remotely piloted aircraft or RPA)…
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ADS-B and Its Evolution Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) is an aircraft surveillance technology that has transformed how air traffic is monitored. In simple terms, ADS-B equips aircraft with GPS-based transponders that automatically broadcast their precise position, identity, altitude, velocity and other data to anyone with the proper receiver faa.gov aireon.com. The system is dependent on…
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Who Controls the Skies – FAA vs. Local Authority Drones have soared in popularity in Los Angeles, but navigating the patchwork of laws can be daunting. Both federal and local authorities play roles in regulating drone use. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has exclusive authority over U.S. airspace – it sets nationwide rules for how,…
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