Do you know what the airspace in your area or above your protected asset typically looks like?

In June 2024, Aerial Defence Ltd deployed a CUAS (Counter Uncrewed Aircraft System) sensor in the Borehamwood area of Hertfordshire, UK, for a two-week monitoring period. The deployment and monitoring location included a number of key sites of interest, including the Elstree Aerodrome Flight Restriction Zone (FRZ) EGR131A and Runway Protection Zones (RPZ) EGR131B and [...]

Security Risks of the Aeroscope Upgrade Module Whitepaper

This is a follow-up to the previous article from January 2024 - The process of encrypting DJI DroneID has commenced In a world full of diverse threats, more so now than perhaps ever, individuals, organisations, and governments must remain vigilant, agile and responsive. As a very small voice in the UK, I have tried to [...]

By |2024-03-08T03:09:34+00:00March 7th, 2024|CUAS, Security|0 Comments

Enhancing Security Measures: The Importance of Proactive Counter-Drone Training for Security Teams

In a rapidly evolving landscape where drones are becoming increasingly ubiquitous, investing in counter-drone training is not just prudent but essential.  Security personnel must be equipped to swiftly identify unauthorised drone activity, differentiate between benign and malicious intent, and deploy appropriate countermeasures without compromising public safety or exacerbating tensions. In recent years, the rise [...]

By |2024-06-14T00:59:11+01:00February 28th, 2024|CUAS, Situational Awareness, TAK, Training|0 Comments

Empowering Collective Defence: Crowd-Sourced Counter-Drone Capabilities with ATAK

In today's digital age, the proliferation of drones has presented new challenges for security and defence organisations worldwide.  From unauthorised surveillance to potential threats to critical infrastructure, the need for effective counter-drone measures has never been more pressing.  Traditional approaches to counter-drone operations often rely on centralised systems and specialised equipment, limiting their scalability [...]

By |2024-02-19T00:31:43+00:00February 16th, 2024|CUAS, Situational Awareness, TAK, Training|0 Comments

Festival and Event Safety: The Essential Contribution of CUAS in Air Security Protocols

As we collectively breathe a sigh of relief, finally starting to emerge from the winter chill and looking forwards to welcoming the incoming warmth of spring, the anticipation for outdoor events and festivals begins to build.  With the promise of music, food, and community spirit, these events bring joy and excitement.  However, as we [...]

By |2024-02-15T14:47:08+00:00February 2nd, 2024|CUAS, Public Events|0 Comments

Unravelling the Skies: The Imperative Role of Drone Digital Forensics in the Era of Open Source Modifications

In recent years, the rapid proliferation of drones has reshaped industries, without doubt offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation, efficiency and the saving of lives.  However, this surge in drone usage has not been without its challenges.  The rise of modified drones utilising open source techniques and ready available tools poses a unique set of [...]

By |2024-01-31T01:33:57+00:00January 31st, 2024|CUAS, Digital Forensics, Expert Witness|0 Comments

The process of encrypting DJI DroneID has commenced

If you are unaware, DJI Aeroscope is a drone detection system developed by Da-Jiang Innovations (DJI), a leading drone manufacturer based in China.  Aeroscope is designed for drone detection and identification, providing a solution for authorities and organisations to detect, track and identify drone activities in a given airspace. Aeroscope is provided in two [...]

By |2024-01-27T12:17:00+00:00January 23rd, 2024|CUAS|0 Comments

New Statutory Instrument Implements Drone Restrictions over 98 Prisons in England and Wales

Effective from January 25, 2024, a statutory instrument will be enacted to impose restrictions on the operation of uncrewed aircraft in the airspace above 98 prisons and young offender institutions in England and Wales (excluding Scotland).  The Secretary of State has deemed it necessary to implement these measures due to concerns related to security [...]

By |2024-01-22T00:07:08+00:00January 21st, 2024|CUAS|0 Comments
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