It should be obvious to everyone that its only a matter of time before RC aircraft are banned entirely. Because of their modem performance and precision extended range non-VFR remote control and autonomous flight capabilities and the The government considers them far too dangerous and easy to use in terrorist attacks. This incremental implementation of steps toward a complete ban is only to pacify you. The writing is on the wall. More and more of these type articles are appearing every day. Drone terrorism is now a reality
If you think the terrorist are not winning, I refer you to the nearest commercial airport for a thorough TSA dismantling of your thinking.