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BOOKS A new book has taken wings and is flying off the bookshelves! Current Address: Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife School of Animal, Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand E-mail Address: [email protected] Reprinted From: http://bit.ly/2PptY0P Dr Debbie Jewitt D rone Professional 1 is a newly re- leased book that has rapidly be- come a number one best seller on Amazon (USA) in the commercial aviation and aviation piloting and flight instruction sections. Edited by Louise Jupp and Andrew Priestley, the book has contributions from 16 drone profession- als from around the world, giving their perspectives on contemporary drone is- sues. These include drones, professional drone pilots, software and technology, civil aviation, commercial aviation, drone science and drone education – a broad range of topics ensuring a valuable re- source for drone operators and enthusi- asts. The book combines both technical and personal anecdotal feedback from frontline experts. Drone technology is rapidly evolving and the full extent of the services they can Figure 1: Drone 1 is a newly released book highlighting per- spectives on drone issues from around the world. Grassroots Vol 20 No 1 March 2020 provide society is still to be realised. Un- fortunately, the negative news and media coverage of drones often overshadow the positive advancements being made in the industry. This book aims to illus- trate the enormous potential benefits of the drone industry across a broad range of professional applications. We hope this book encourages you to join the drone community! Figure 2: This book has contributions from 16 drone professionals from around the world. Dr Debbie Jewitt, the current GSSA president is one of the contributors. 42