In Japan, it is necessary for drone aircraft to use remote id to transmit registration information during flight. The TEAD TD-RID is an external remote id transmitter that can be added to any aircraft. Before use, it must be configured using the Ministry of Land Infrastructure Transport and Tourism DIPS system.

Drone technology has tremendous opportunity to enable beneficial applications and stimulate the economy. At the same time, a large number of objects flying over our heads creates very legitimate safety concerns. More regulation to ensure safety, however, this regulation has the potential to be at odds with another important government goal, which is the fostering…