News and Commentary. Andy Sage, the head of Unmanned Traffic Management at NATS, the Air Traffic experts in the U.K., recently came under fire for using the phrase "clueless, careless, and criminal" in reference to drone pilots. That he did this while testifying to Parliament was additionally troubling, and Mr. Sage has since issued an apology on the NATS blog. Mr. Sage is … [Read more...] about “Clueless, Careless and Criminal” Description of Drone Pilots Isn’t Original – or Useful
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UK CAA Launches ‘Innovation Sandbox’ With 6 Drone Industry Partners
Back in 2017 the FAA's drone integration pilot program was announced, paving the way for a number of interesting and innovative explorations of drone technology. The UK's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has this week launched a similar program, although the scale and practical outcomes are still unclear. The CAA says its new 'Innovation Sandbox' is a "virtual space in … [Read more...] about UK CAA Launches ‘Innovation Sandbox’ With 6 Drone Industry Partners
DJI Supports UK UTM Tests
Much has been made about the need for an unmanned traffic management (UTM) system if we are to explore the potential of drone technology. The concept covers a range of capabilities that together could further integrate drones into the national airspace. Among them are the ability to identify drones remotely, the ability to provide that information in real-time to other … [Read more...] about DJI Supports UK UTM Tests
UK Air Traffic Services Provider Partners with Altitude Angel for UTM Exploration
Air traffic services provider NATS and drone traffic management company Altitude Angel have signed a strategic partnership to develop a UK UTM. Established in the UK in 1962, NATS now provides air traffic solutions in several countries around the world. The company handled 2.45 million flights in 2016, including air traffic services at 14 UK airports. The deal with … [Read more...] about UK Air Traffic Services Provider Partners with Altitude Angel for UTM Exploration
