UK Government Says Almost All Drones Will Now Need to Be Registered. The government of the UK said on Saturday all drones larger than 2. Americanswill need to be registered with the Department of Transport following a report by aviation authorities drones as small as 4. Drone owners will also be required to pass a safety awareness test demonstrating they understand UK rules on safety and privacy. Aviation Minister Lord Martin Callanan said in a statement on the governments web site that he recognized the usefulness of drones, but Like all technology, drones too can be misused. By registering drones, introducing safety awareness tests to educate users we can reduce the inadvertent breaching of airspace restrictions to protect the public. In an interview with BBC News, Callanan pre emptively defended himself against the idea he was a big British buzzkill, saying the new rules are not about stopping people having fun. He may have a point In April 2. Airbus A3. 20 jet approaching Heathrow Airport that British authorities deemed the incident a serious collision risk. Registration has its place, University of Kent law professor Dr. Alan Mc. Kenna told BBC News. I would argue it will focus the mind of the flyerbut I dont think you can say its going to be a magic solution. According to Tech.
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