[kyrra]

From a different article[0], it sounds like the guy being sued in this case may have been operating the drone irresponsibly, which opens a window for legislators to put laws in place that will gives the FAA power to regulate drones:

> Pirker operated the aircraft within about 50 feet of numerous individuals, about 20 feet of a crowded street, and within approximately 100 feet of an active heliport at UVA, the FAA alleged. One person had to take "evasive measures" to avoid being struck by the aircraft, the agency said.

[0] http://m.kspr.com/nationalnews/Drone-pilot-wins-case-against...

[tensafefrogs]

You can watch the video of the flight that triggered the lawsuit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZnJeuAja-4

Definitely some questionable flying in my opinion.

[zobzu]

yeah even for an experienced pilot, in fact, everyone knows - its not if you crash, its when you crash. as a pedestrian i'd be pissed if the wing was busing me at a couple of feet above my head. its reckless.

[ctdonath]

Stroke of a pen, law of the land.