Drones & Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) | WSDOT
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones, encompass the family of remote-operated aircraft and rotorcraft weighing less than 55 pounds. The guidance on this page …
Uncrewed aircraft systems and commercial drone registration
Find out how to register your commercial drone, information about the State UAS Coordinator, and learn more about WSDOT's drone program. Starting April 1, 2022, commercially operated …
Pilots & aircraft | WSDOT
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones, encompass the family of remote-operated aircraft and rotorcraft weighing less than 55 pounds. The guidance on this page …
Graffiti drone pilot program takes flight - Blogger
Apr 29, 2024 · Graffiti-battling drones. It almost sounds like something you'd see in a sci-fi movie. They could be coming soon to a bridge or overpass near you. Our Tacoma area maintenance …
Is it a plane, drone, or UFO? Your questions answered here!
Feb 10, 2025 · WSDOT staff learn how to fly a Skdio Drone to use it for future bridge inspections in Washington state. Here are some points to consider if you see a drone: Most aerial …
Mar 13, 2024 · WSDOT Aviation’s Role • Assist in safe and smart use of drones • Work with industry and FAA to understand new technology and emerging uses • Plan for future uses of …
Graffiti-battling drones take flight in WSDOT highway cleanup
Apr 29, 2024 · The WSDOT maintenance crew in Tacoma is testing drone technology that can remove graffiti from hard-to-reach places. The drones could make quick work of painting over …
Commercial drone registration starts April 1 - My Edmonds News
Mar 21, 2022 · Commercial drone operators must register unmanned aircraft every year beginning in April 2022. The $15 drone registration fee will support WSDOT Aviation’s work to assess …
Washington’s latest attempt at graffiti cleanup: drones
Jun 4, 2024 · A few highway maintenance employees are being trained to operate paint-spraying drones. WSDOT Maintenance and Operations Superintendent Michael Gauger and his crew …
WSDOT - Gray Notebook Aviation - Emerging aeronautics
In 2024, WSDOT's drone program continued its trend of innovation by using drone systems for graffiti removal, aerial Light Detection and Ranging survey work, and training for upcoming …