The powerful International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers Local 98 purchased drones recently to monitor some of its work sites in
Philadelphia.
But a launch of the air fleet is on pause until the union
receives the blessing from federal aviation officials.
Last month, Local 98 unveiled the drones with a YouTube
video that features a drone taking off next to union boss John Dougherty. The
'80s hit "Somebody's Watching Me" plays as the little aircraft buzzes
around a picket site.
New Federal Aviation Administration rules require drones
to fly under 400 feet; they must be within the line of sight at all times; and
they can't fly near stadiums or airports, according to a spokeswoman.
Source: Philadelphia
Business Journal
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