Americans flock to the drone

- The drone appears to be one of the new status symbols for residents of the United States. Owners of drones that weigh more than about half a pound since December 21 must report the matter to the Federal Aviation Administration.

(Reuters / BLOOMBERG) - Within two weeks, all 181.061 people reported to their drone.

An estimated 400000 Americans over the past holiday season bought a drone. Over 2015 sales amounted to almost 100 million euros. The electronics sector in the US expects sales will grow rapidly. In 2016, 2.8 million are expected drones over the counter. As for the professions include police forces and brokers eager customers.

The number of incidents and complaints of drones keeps pace with increasing sales. From early 2014 until September last year, for example, 158 incidents were reported about drones came close to airplanes or helicopters. The complaints relate, inter alia, infringement of privacy.