Sarah Rose (they/them) is a news writer and reporter for AIN. 
Prior to AIN, Sarah worked as a journalist for Georgia Public Broadcasting, Georgia&#039;s statewide NPR and PBS affiliate. They have also worked for several national nonprofits and as a legislative assistant in U.S. Congress. As an openly nonbinary reporter, they are a proud member of the Trans Journalists Association. 
Sarah is a 2012 graduate of Kennesaw State University.

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Sarah Rose

A Baltimore resident has been sentenced for violating restricted airspace by flying a drone over M&amp;T Bank Stadium during an NFL playoff game on January 11. Alexis Perez Suarez, 43, pled guilty to the charge and received one year of supervised probation, 100 hours of community service, and a $500 fine.
“Public safety is a top priority, so we’re committed to protecting our airways above mass gatherings,” said U.S. Attorney Kelly O. Hayes. “Suarez knew that M&amp;T Bank Stadium was under a temporary flight restriction, yet he flew his drone into the airspace anyway, which is unacceptable.” FBI special agent Amanda M. Koldjeski added, “It is not just irresponsible and reckless, but illegal to fly a drone over a major sporting event such as a Ravens playoff game.”
The FAA had issued a temporary flight restriction for the game, prohibiting all uncrewed aircraft near the stadium. Temporarily suspending the game, the unauthorized drone flight prompted an investigation by the FBI and Maryland State Police. Suarez, who lacked FAA certification and registration, admitted to knowingly flying over the crowd and capturing several photos.
Officials emphasized that such violations carry serious legal consequences under the FAA’s zero-tolerance policy for drone use in restricted zones.

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