#drones

Jul 3, 20191 min read

5 checks to make when commissioning a drone operator

Drones are fantastic tools to map large areas, conduct inspections and surveys, generate 3D models and impressive images and film, but...

Mar 1, 20191 min read

CAA tightens drone restrictions around airports

The recent changes to regulations covering the flying of drones near airports has been in the works for some time, but the Gatwick...

Dec 21, 20182 min read

A few thoughts on the Gatwick drone fiasco...

Despite all the calls for regulation, drones already are regulated: it’s illegal to fly within 1km of an airport, higher than 400ft and...

Nov 15, 20181 min read

Commercial UAV Show: drone technology galore!

An exciting array of technological developments were on view at this week's Commercial UAV Show in London, from airborne LIDAR systems to...

Oct 11, 20181 min read

Levitate drone digest - latest news from the world of drones

Our drone roof measurement service received some great media coverage recently, with articles in both Roofing Today and Tomorrow’s FM....

Jul 30, 20181 min read

New drone regulations in force

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced a revision to the Air Navigation Order 2016, elements of which will come into force from...

Nov 28, 20171 min read

Drone users face new safety tests

Christmas drone gifts are set to become a bit more complicated following the release of the draft Drone Bill on 26 November, which plans...