Experiencing exponential growth for many years, the use of civil professional drones is heavily regulated to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of people nearby. To achieve this, numerous drone laws and regulations have been introduced. In the event of an incident, responsibilities are clearly allocated between the drone manufacturer
Every day, hundreds of drones fly simultaneously and must share the national airspace with commercial and military aircraft. One of the DGAC's roles is to coordinate all these users. To accomplish this, the DSAC established four core regulatory principles: Operational drone scenarios
In 2020, as in previous years, the number of registered drones worldwide across all sectors continues an exponential growth curve. The leading manufacturers remain Chinese companies for civil drones (recreational and professional) and American companies for military drones. Together, these two countries account for more than 80%
What you need to know to choose a drone. Even though more than 70% of drones are used for aerial imaging, client specifications are becoming increasingly specialized. For example, while aerial surveillance requires covering long linear distances with a high level of
Storage of drone aerial imaging: the key challenges. Drones are predominantly used for aerial imaging. These drone missions generate large media files that drone operators struggle to collect, process, and archive securely. But how large
How to specify a drone aerial imaging service? Drones are mostly used for aerial imaging. However, this image capture covers widely differing applications: real estate, structural inspection, filmmaking, etc., requiring different specifications from one service to another, and consequently
French professional drones: who owns them and what are they used for? Number of professional drone operators in France. 8,837 is the number of professional drone operators (equipment over 800 grams) in France in 2019 (figure from the January 2020 issue of Aviation Civile magazine by the DGAC). This represents an official growth of around
Drone airspace and regulations: what you need to know. Drone airspace starts from the very first meter above the ground. It is divided into two distinct main areas. Above 150 meters (500 feet) above ground level, it is reserved for airplanes and other manned aircraft. Below 150 meters,
