United Kingdom
Drone news in the UK: regulations, industry updates, innovative uses, events, and the impact on businesses and communities across the United Kingdom.
Wing’s 2023: A Milestone Year for Scaling Drone Operations
Unprecedented Growth and Innovation in Drone Delivery 2023 has marked a pivotal year for Wing, characterized by significant advancements and partnerships in the drone delivery industry. The company has not only developed innovative technology systems like modular, portable nests and…
Arrest Made in Theft of Banksy’s Anti-War Street Art in London
Suspect Detained for Stealing Provocative Banksy Artwork Featuring Drones In a striking development, London police have arrested a man in connection with the theft of a unique Banksy artwork. The street art, a modified stop sign embellished with images of…
NHS Drone Delivery Plan Draws Criticism from Light Aircraft Pilots
Concerns Over Airspace Safety and Restrictions In the United Kingdom, an ambitious plan by Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to use drones for fast-tracking deliveries of medical supplies to hospitals has come under scrutiny from local light aircraft pilots. While…
Revisiting the Gatwick Drone Chaos: Lessons Learned and Future Threats
A Disruptive Incident at Gatwick Five years ago, the UK’s Gatwick Airport, bustling with holiday travelers, faced an unprecedented drone disruption. On the evening of December 19, 2018, all flights were grounded due to a drone sighting near the runway.…
BA Boeing 787 Dreamliner Close Call: Was It Really a Drone?
High-Flying Mystery: Was Windsor’s Near-Miss Really a Drone? In a startling incident above Windsor, a British Airways jet narrowly avoided what appeared to be a drone, sparking concerns over airspace safety. However, the legitimacy of this encounter, considering the alleged…
Drone: A Savior in the Skies Reunites Blind Dog with Family
In a heartwarming turn of events, an 11-year-old blind Labrador named Molly found her way back to her family’s arms after a harrowing three days of being missing, all thanks to a drone operated by the U.K.-based charity, Drone to…
Giant Leap in Drone Innovation: Manchester’s Record-Breaking Quadcopter
Pushing Boundaries with the World’s Largest Drone Engineers at the University of Manchester have potentially set a new record in the drone industry, having successfully flown what they believe to be the largest unmanned quadcopter drone ever created. This remarkable…
Drones Join Search Efforts for Missing Man in Scottish River Amid Severe Flooding
Severe flooding and relentless rainfall have battered Scotland, leading to widespread chaos and a concerning incident involving a missing elderly man. As rescue teams grapple with challenging conditions, police drones have emerged as a vital tool in the search for…
Drone Technology: Sussex Police’s New Tool for Night-Time Safety
Sussex’s nightlife just got a little safer! As part of their commitment to ensuring safety during the nighttime, Sussex Police have unveiled a new tool: a DJI Matrice 30 drone. But this isn’t just any drone. Fitted with advanced thermal…
Drones: Lincolnshire Police’s Newest Weapon Against Mobile Home Crime
Picture a serene mobile home park by the coast where families vacation in peace. Now, add a touch of crime to this serene image, and you’ll get the recent challenges Lincolnshire has been facing. Almost 40% of residential break-ins in…
Drone Close Call: Skepticism Surrounds BA Pilot’s Report
How close is too close when it comes to drones and commercial flights? An alarming drone incident involving a British Airways jet over London raises eyebrows and questions about the accuracy of the pilot’s account. On May 14, a British…
Manx Grand Prix Incident: Drone Enthusiast Faces Hefty Fine
During the high-octane events of the Manx Grand Prix, a motorcycle fan got a hefty fine for operating a drone where it shouldn’t have been. Thomas Rudd, a 25-year-old, faced a £3,000 ($3,788) penalty for flying his device near the…