People see a drone get scared that I’m going to spy on the because the media has created unwarranted fear about drones.

I remember the first time my Dad showed me how to fold a paper airplane. I loved that you could take something simple like a sheet of paper and fold it in a way that allowed it to fly. I grew up with my Dad in the hobby of making “flying things”, his name is

I’ve been flying since I was a 8 year old kid. I’m 41 now and I have never put anyone or myself in any type of danger while practicing my hobby. This would be a gross over reach of government if this happens.

Model flying fosters innovation and creativity, as well as safe entertainment. America’s citizens deserve to keep this hobby which bolsters the spirit our country was founded on. We do not need more couch potatoes and passive entertainment. My children and grandchildren thank you for not killing off this hobby which has helped create some of

It is my hobby and I meet people

There is only one place I can fly within 30 miles of my house and it is restricted.

A cost analysis could explain how regulation will affect any specific industry. There are probably many available already. As someone recently able to explore this hobby I notice that there is already a confusing evolution of nomenclature and categorization. Further regulation will stymie investment in the hobby side of this interest. It may be up

I have been flying model aircraft for almost 60 years. Starting with free flight models and moving through different control methods to today’s complex radio control and autonomous flight control. I have been designing and building craft through many of these control modes including today’s flight controllers that I purchase and design a craft around.

Flying is a great time to let the stress of the day or week go. Building something and then seeing it work or fail forward to the next build and success. Is a feeling that cannot be explained, it must be experienced.

Flying allows me to bond with my sons and local friends over a fun hobby. Also allows me to explore innovative solutions in software automation. Restrictions would block innovation affecting my livelihood