Originally Posted by
Icarus2001
I have some sympathy for the current drone operators who have spent time and money getting RPAS qualifications only to find they only are required above 2 kg.....
....As you would know, anyone who wants to fly a DSLR or cinema quality camera needs a platform greater than 2kg.
Quite correct. Those RPAS qualifications won't be wasted though - the future of unmanned aircraft is above 2kg anyway. There is more to drones than taking some photos and videos from your Phantom. Those that think they can make a buck flying small drones will soon be in for a rude shock. Come September onwards there will be many competing for a relatively small and cheap piece of UAV pie.