Let’s optimise use of drones, but think smart about safety

Unmanned Airborne Systems (UAS) are increasingly affordable, capable and readily available. They are also cheaper to operate than conventional aircraft and helicopters. They are no longer gimmicks. They are here to stay.

But to maximize the opportunities they create, we have to safely integrate them into our skies, without negatively impacting the capacity and efficiency of the airspace in which they operate alongside piloted aircraft.