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Small UAS Rule Called Too Restrictive for Small Business

Defense Daily Staff

Friday, April 24th, 2015

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A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposal to allow small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to operate in the nation's airspace is a step in the right direction but is still too onerous for small firms, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) said April 24.“While the proposed rule would reduce barriers for small UAS use for commercial, private and research purposes, it also includes significant operational restrictions that are a concern for small business,” SBA’s Office of Advocacy wrote in a letter…

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