This is very interesting because I'm currently working on an autonomous quadcopter. (Links in signature). At this point, it is interesting to see the standpoint of the US in comparison to other nations. As mentioned by the article, many other countries have made the commercial use of drones a much easier process. Hopefully as UAV's are further researched/developed, lawmakers won't hinder that research. UAVs offer an amazing opportunity to improve overall quality of life. Whether it's farming, search and rescue, or military applications, I see UAVs having an important role in our society the same way other developments have like cars and telephones. That development is a ways away, but it has great potential.
