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Looking for Drone Pilots

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FREDERICK, Md. (AP) - An advocacy group for civil aviation is spreading its wings to welcome drone pilots.

The Frederick-based Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association said in a statement Tuesday it's creating new membership options for what it calls "remote pilots" of unmanned aircraft.

President Mark Boyer says drone pilots are looking for a trusted source to help them learn about regulations and issues, protect their licenses and get the most out of flying.

The Federal Aviation Administration created a drone registration system this year, and began issuing commercial drone pilot licenses in August.

Don Rush is the News Director and Senior Producer of News and Public Affairs at Delmarva Public Media. An award-winning journalist, Don reports major local issues of the day, from sea level rise, to urban development, to the changing demographics of Delmarva.