Due to the prevalence of consumer-grade unmanned drone technology and the risks they pose to public safety, a license should be required to operate the equipment.
Hobbyist usage of these drones has caused harmful interference to the efforts of Emergency Management officials responding to wildfires. It has created hazards for pilots at international airports. Drones have also breeched the airspace of the White House and the technology raises privacy concerns for citizens.
Therefore, in the interests of public health, safety, and national security, it should be mandatory that operators of the technology seek licensure.