The UK Government is today putting into place new legislation that will extend no-fly zones around airports to 5km. There is also a promise to impose major penalties for those who break the law. The government decided to bring in the changes before the new Drones Bill has been finalized, in part as a reaction to the events at Gatwick airport before Christmas. Penalties … [Read more...] about New Drone Measures Come Into Force As UK Expands Airport No-Fly Zones
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UK Government Releases Report on Drone Regulation Consultation, DJI Responds
The UK Government has announced its intention to move forward with plans to extend existing regulations around drone use. The report, published in response to a consultation with various industry stakeholders in 2018, outlines new police powers to tackle drones misuse and more. You can read the consultation report in full, here. The main headlines from the report are as … [Read more...] about UK Government Releases Report on Drone Regulation Consultation, DJI Responds
The PfCO: What is it, and Who Needs One? Guidance for U.K. Professionals
The following is a guest post from Ben Duke, training expert at UK-based commercial drone specialists Coptrz. The drone industry is growing at a rapid rate so it’s incredibly important to understand the permissions you need to fly your drone, particularly for commercial enterprises. One important question is who actually needs a license? If you are simply a hobbyist … [Read more...] about The PfCO: What is it, and Who Needs One? Guidance for U.K. Professionals
The UK’s “Flying High Challenge” to Bring Drones to Cities
As the US moves forward with the UAS Integration Pilot Program in an effort to involve local governments in drone regulation, the UK is stepping up with the Flying High Challenge - an effort to bring city leaders and the drone industry together to "shape the future of drones and drone systems." "Run by Nesta’s Challenge Prize Centre, in partnership with Innovate UK, the … [Read more...] about The UK’s “Flying High Challenge” to Bring Drones to Cities
DJI Responds to UK Registration Rules
The world's leading drone manufacturer, DJI has published a response to the weekend's news that the UK plans to introduce new safety rules for recreational drones, including drone registration. DJI "welcomes" new plans for drone safety, says the statement. “Drone technology offers enormous benefits to the UK, and the Department for Transport’s proposal appears to strike a … [Read more...] about DJI Responds to UK Registration Rules
