The Age of Airport drones has arrived: Drones at the service of Germany’s largest aviation hub
Worldwide, airport operators are addressing the issue of how to use drones and other autonomous vehicles to make operations at a major airport safer, more economic and more efficient. However, the operation of drones in the complex environment of an international airport and the necessary compliance with all regulatory requirements represents a major challenge. In general, the use of drones within 1.5 km of an airport is strictly prohibited in Germany and most other European countries.