Drone mania leads to huge increase in complaints to UK police
7 years, 11 months ago

Drone mania leads to huge increase in complaints to UK police

China Daily  

By Chris Peterson in London | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2017-04-03 22:16 British authorities have recorded a three-fold increase in complaints about drones since 2015, when 1,237 complaints were recorded. Flying drones within 150 meters of a congested zone and within 50 meters of a person, vessel, or vehicle is not allowed under UK legislation. "As awareness of what drones are, and what they can do, continues to grow, police forces have seen increases in concerns and reports by the public," Assistant Chief Constable Steve Barry of the National Police Chiefs Council told the Daily Telegraph. China's National Earthquake Response Service regularly uses drones to search for people trapped by tremors.Specially equipped drones with infrared technology can cover 5.2 square kilometers per trip and dramatically improve the time taken to locate survivors.

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US Air Force spots unidentified drones hovering over 3 UK airbases, probe underway
4 months ago

US Air Force spots unidentified drones hovering over 3 UK airbases, probe underway

Firstpost  

Three unidentified drones were spotted over three UK airbases, the US Air Force confirmed on Saturday. The authorities from both nations are now determining whether these drones were hostile On Saturday, the US Air Force shocked authorities in the United Kingdom by reporting that a number of unidentified drones had been spotted over three British airbases. The USAF confirmed that …

Drones could replace police helicopters in parts of England and Wales
1 year, 4 months ago

Drones could replace police helicopters in parts of England and Wales

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Police helicopters could be replaced by military-grade drones in parts …

Coronavirus lockdown leads to rise in illegal use of drones
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus lockdown leads to rise in illegal use of drones

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Police have visited people at …

Gatwick drone chaos possible inside job, police say
5 years, 11 months ago

Gatwick drone chaos possible inside job, police say

CNN  

CNN — The drone incursion that caused travel chaos for tens of thousands of passengers at London’s Gatwick Airport last December could have been an inside job, according to British police. Based on the behavior of the drone, it is possible the pilot had either first-hand knowledge of the “airport operating environment,” or access to that information, Sussex Police said …

Drone detection systems may be deployed at all UK airports
6 years, 3 months ago

Drone detection systems may be deployed at all UK airports

Daily Mail  

Detection systems may now be deployed across the UK to combat the threat of drones, the government said last night. Full statement: Gatwick drone couple speak after being released without charge Speaking outside their home in Crawley, a visibly emotional Mr Gait said: 'As you can probably imagine, we are feeling completely violated. Sussex Police Deputy Chief Constable Jo Shiner …

UK govt to begin deployment of drone detection systems, days after Gatwick airport shutdowns over device sightings
6 years, 3 months ago

UK govt to begin deployment of drone detection systems, days after Gatwick airport shutdowns over device sightings

Firstpost  

British security minister Ben Wallace said on Monday that the government can now deploy drone detection systems nationwide, after days of device sightings caused chaos at Gatwick Airport and criticism of the government response. London: British security minister Ben Wallace said on Monday that the government can now deploy drone detection systems nationwide, after days of device sightings caused chaos …

Gatwick airport drones disruption wasn’t all for nothing, police insist
6 years, 3 months ago

Gatwick airport drones disruption wasn’t all for nothing, police insist

CNN  

London CNN — British police are carrying out a forensic examination of a damaged drone that was found near London’s Gatwick Airport, as they investigate the cause of incidents that caused widespread disruption. Sussex Police said Monday they were investigating “numerous illegal drone sightings,” after earlier appearing to raise the possibility that a drone might not have been flown near …

UK to introduce drone registration, safety awareness tests
7 years, 8 months ago

UK to introduce drone registration, safety awareness tests

Live Mint  

London: The UK government is mulling to introduce drone registration and safety awareness courses for owners of the small unmanned aircraft in a bid to stop its misuse and protect the public, a media report said on Saturday. The drone safety awareness test will involve potential flyers having to “prove that they understand UK safety, security and privacy regulations", it …

Drone mania leads to huge increase in complaints to UK police
7 years, 11 months ago

Drone mania leads to huge increase in complaints to UK police

China Daily  

British authorities have recorded a three-fold increase in complaints about drones since 2015, when 1,237 complaints were recorded. Flying drones within 150 meters of a congested zone and within 50 meters of a person, vessel, or vehicle is not allowed under UK legislation. Operators must keep their drones within their line of sight, which effectively limits them to being within …

Drone reports to UK police soar 352% in a year amid urgent calls for regulation
8 years, 7 months ago

Drone reports to UK police soar 352% in a year amid urgent calls for regulation

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Everything you need to know to fly domestic drones legally 257 The number of …

Met police could use DRONES to catch moped thieves in London
8 years, 8 months ago

Met police could use DRONES to catch moped thieves in London

Daily Mail  

Police are turning to drones to help snare criminal gangs on motorbikes in London. In scenes plucked from a science fiction film, Brits could soon see police drones soaring across the capital. Devon, Cornwall and Dorset Police use DJI drones, which cost around £2,000 each WHAT'S STOPPING THE POLICE? Merseyside Police have been testing UAVs since 2007 He said: 'It …

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