Altitude Angel is one of the UK drone industry's success stories. The airspace technology company has led the way in European UTM tests, in 2018 gained FAA approval to provide Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) services in the US, and earlier this year partnered with DJI to provide GEO 2.0 and airspace data across Europe. With stakes right across … [Read more...] about Altitude Angel Adds Voice to BBC Documentary Criticism
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Flawed BBC Drone Documentary Does Further Damage to UK Drone Industry
Commentary. The UK drone industry has taken a beating in recent weeks. First, the head of Unmanned Traffic Management at NATS, Andy Sage, took it upon himself to categorize drone pilots as either “clueless, careless, and criminal” in a parliamentary hearing - a mistake he has since apologized for. And then on July 1st, the BBC aired a documentary titled 'Britain's Next … [Read more...] about Flawed BBC Drone Documentary Does Further Damage to UK Drone Industry
Ocean Alliance SnotBot and EarBot Drones Featured on BBC’s Blue Planet Live
The BBC's Blue Planet series, usually accompanied by the smooth tones of David Attenborough, remains one of the broadcaster's most popular exports and has been inspiring conservation and awareness of the natural world for years. So it's fitting that this year's series - a special week of live programs celebrating marine life around the globe to exploring the health of our … [Read more...] about Ocean Alliance SnotBot and EarBot Drones Featured on BBC’s Blue Planet Live
Apparent Drone Sighting Halts Departures at London Heathrow
A matter of days after London Gatwick was shut for 36 hours following reports of drones flying above the airport, reported drone sightings have halted departures at Heathrow, London's busiest airport. The situation does not appear to be as serious as that which unfolded at Gatwick in late December. We understand that there was only an hour or so during which flights were … [Read more...] about Apparent Drone Sighting Halts Departures at London Heathrow
Déjà Vu As UK Media Starts 2019 With More Drone Scaremongering
After a Christmas period that served up plenty of drone-related angst in the UK, it looks as though 2019 is set to feature more of the same. The trauma of the Battle of Gatwick is starting to fade, like a drunken Christmas party incident that everyone involved in is now too embarrassed to reflect upon. Or talk about. Or take responsibility for. Maybe we can just pretend it … [Read more...] about Déjà Vu As UK Media Starts 2019 With More Drone Scaremongering
