Call them what you will, I don't think that we'll ever be completely free of the stigma that a good number of bad apples have generated. The incredible amount of coverage around military actions, the idiots that want to try and play tag with a 737, and peeking into high rise windows...we can only do what we can to ensure that we show they are a minority in the community.
Fly safely and responsibly, and we'll keep our integrity intact regardless of what we call them. I was out with my Inspire and I had a great conversation with a few guys regarding the safety features that are built in and general flight characteristics. It really drew them in and it was excellent to answer their questions.
The media has turned "Drone" into a bad word...and the actions of a few have helped fan the flames. LIke kgarrison has said...we can only relay our own personal experiences. It is incumbent upon us all to ensure that we do nothing to cause additional ire against whatever we choose to call them.
Fly safely and responsibly, and we'll keep our integrity intact regardless of what we call them. I was out with my Inspire and I had a great conversation with a few guys regarding the safety features that are built in and general flight characteristics. It really drew them in and it was excellent to answer their questions.
The media has turned "Drone" into a bad word...and the actions of a few have helped fan the flames. LIke kgarrison has said...we can only relay our own personal experiences. It is incumbent upon us all to ensure that we do nothing to cause additional ire against whatever we choose to call them.