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Do those drones go through the same FAA certifications as human manned planes? If not, they shouldn’t be allowed to fly over US civilian populations.

>>jmpman+(OP)
Yes

https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/aircraft_certifica...

Further drone operators are required to stay in contact with ATC while a flight plan is in effect. VFR rules apply while the drone is in eyesight of the operator.

Assume the government can override these requirements with a flick of a pen.