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True fundamental innovation takes 15+years... stable ecosystems (govt policies, strong economies etc) are needed to foster this type innovation. YC is definitely a stable environment to foster fundamental inno.
Fundamental innovation also creates new methodologies in two or three areas, whether it be technology, market or implementation. Everything else is incremental innovation (new tech enhancing products in a known market), this can be achieved in 1 to 3 years. Kudos YC!
Within the Section 333 Exemption there is language regarding being able to see the drones that specifically states: the UA must be operated within VSOL (visual line of flight) of the Pilot in Command and all operations must use a Visual Observer; the UA must remain within VSOL of the visual oberserver; and the VO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times (precludes texting or e messaging) during the flight.
The FAA has gone even further by requiring PICs be actual FAA licensed pilots.
This language works well for most commercial uses (construction, agriculture and photography) but virtually kills Amazon's hopes for an unmanned delivery network.
Everything else is incremental innovation (new tech enhancing products in a known market), this can be achieved in 1 to 3 years.