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Administration OKs drone flights over U.S. skies

By Nicole Duran
Published June 21, 2016 4:51pm ET
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Administration OKs drone flights over U.S. skies
Drone operators must pass a written test and security check; avoid flying over people; fly below 400 feet and stay at least five miles away from airports; and remain within visual sight of their aircraft, according to the rules. (Daniel Acker/Bloomberg, File) | Daniel Acker

The Department of Transportation on Tuesday published final rules allowing commercial small drone flights in the U.S. for the first time.

Previously, only hobbyists or drone operators who received a special exemption from the Federal Aviation Administration have been allowed to operate drones weighing more than 55 pounds over U.S. skies.

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