Utah Legislature proposes updated air regulations for drones

This story is part of The Salt Lake Tribune's ongoing commitment to identify solutions to Utah's biggest challenges through the work of the Innovat...

January 23, 2023
6:00 PM

This story is part of The Salt Lake Tribune's ongoing commitment to identify solutions to Utah's biggest challenges through the work of the Innovation Lab.Where is it legal to have a vertiport?Can a drone drop a pizza at 2 in the morning?Can property owners deny access to the air above their land?Welcome to the world of 'advanced air mobility.' The notion of people and goods gliding across low altitudes is no longer future fantasy. Drone deliveries have already launched in Utah, and the FAA is expected to start certifying air taxis by 2024.

Tim Fitzpatrick