Rise of spy planes exposed after FAA is forced to reveal 63 launch sites across U.S.
Exposed: Location of sites where licences have been granted for the use of drones within the U.S. There are 63 active sites based in 20 states. Red flags show active sites and blue show those locations where licences have expired since 2006. click on the image to enlarge
Unmanned spy planes are being launched from locations in 20 states and owners include the military and universities
But, astonishingly, 19 universities and colleges are also registered as owners of what are officially known as unmanned aerial vehicles.
It is thought that many of institutions, which include Cornell, the University of Colorado, Georgia Tech, and Eastern Gateway Community College, are developing drone technology…
Unusual: The University of Connecticut - one of 19 educational institutions to own spy planes - is the drone site closest to New York City. The North East is the region with the highest concentration. click on the image to enlarge
The article continues, with additional maps and the list of registered owners of drones, at The Daily Mail.
Update: The Rise of the Killer Drones: How America Goes to War in Secret. An inside look at how killing by remote control has changed the way we fight.
