Drones in the UK are now restricted from flying above 400 feet or within one kilometre of airport boundaries. The restrictions came after a rise in drone-related incidents with aircraft, with 93 reported last year alone, and are aimed at reducing damage to windows and engines of planes and helicopters. “Drones are here to stay, not only as a recreational pastime, but as a vital tool in many industries - from agriculture to blue-light services - so increasing public trust through safe drone flying is crucial.” In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme , Mr Cameron said he was “absolutely confident” that drones would be used for legitimate purposes such as filming police officers but warned against their use
Drones in the UK are now restricted from flying above 400 feet or within one kilometre of airport boundaries. The restrictions came after a rise in drone-related incidents with aircraft, with 93 reported last year alone, and are aimed at reducing damage to windows and engines of planes and helicopters. In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Mr Cameron said he was “absolutely confident” that drones would be used for legitimate purposes such as filming police officers but warned against their use