Pilot Union Calls on FAA to Block Rainmaker’s Controversial Drone Cloud-Seeding Proposal

Pilot Union Calls on FAA to Block Rainmaker’s Controversial Drone Cloud-Seeding Proposal

The skies might be getting a little crowded, and not everyone is thrilled about it. The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the largest pilot union in the world, is urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to reject a proposal from Rainmaker, a company aiming to enhance rainfall using drone-based cloud seeding. This has sparked a debate about the safety and feasibility of widespread drone operations in our airspace, especially when it comes to influencing weather patterns. Let’s dive into the details of this controversy and explore the concerns being raised. Rainmaker's Cloud Seeding Drones: A Bold Vision or a Risky Venture? Rainmaker’s plan involves deploying a fleet of drones equipped with specialized technology to seed clouds with substances like silver iodide. The goal is to stimulate precipitation, potentially alleviating droughts and boosting water resources in affected regions. Cloud seeding itself isn’t a new concept; it’s been practiced for decades using aircraft. H…