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ERA: "Drone aircraft a significant threat to European airspace"

London, UK - The Authorities and the industries face together and as soon as possible the matter

The increasing use of RPAS/drones (remotely piloted aircraft systems) is threatening the safety of European airspace and needs better regulation and control. Simon McNamara, director general of the European Regions Airline Association (ERA), explains: “Recent near misses between RPAS and commercial aircraft illustrate why swift action must be taken to protect Europe’s passengers, crews and res...

fra/pec - 1169912
Rome, Italy, 08/06/2015 13:14
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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