News Drones

The following is a MediaNote Classic. It was first presented to MC101 students in May 2014.

First it was the federal government. Then Amazon. And now your local TV news program?

Drones may change how journalists cover natural disasters, sporting events and other stories. But it won't happen right away. NPR reports.

Questions...

•When might a news organization want drones?

•What are the potential problems with news drones?

•Do you agree with the FAA slowing down drone journalism? Why?