Drone technology is pushing the limits of everything from wildlife photography to home security, giving civilians the ability to explore higher and farther without any license or training. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are here to stay, and that means our airspace is changing too. However, along with brand new possibilities come brand new threats. As drones get more accessible and affordable, more amateur and untracked pilots are taking flight. What does this renaissance mean for manned aircraft, commercial and military drones, and even people and property on the ground?
Drone-related dangers range from aircraft collisions and communications interference to illegal surveillance and trafficking. It’s no surprise that a new need is emerging in the UAV community: counter-drone technology. If you have a use for drones, you may have a use for counter-drone devices too …
Is Our Airspace Safe? Why Counter Drone Technology is Necessary
Commercial UAV News | Dec. 18, 2018
