19 02, 2018

The UK economy is starting to take drone tech very seriously

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Drones in the UK EconomyThe best uses of drones are those that everyone can benefit from, and the UK economy is starting to take drone tech really seriously – movers and shakers in a range of industries are seeing the benefits of Drones ever more each day.Gone are the days when the benefits need demonstration – now we have a wealth of knowledge, a rapidly growing industry and plenty of experience across the DSR network.If you don’t know who your local pilot is, make contact and find out what they can do for your business – a ‘flying camera’ being used to capture cool aeri [...]

16 02, 2018

Drone Survey Costs 2022

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How much will an Aerial Drone Survey Cost in 2022?Join us as we break down the costs associated with commissioning a drone survey and clear up some common misconceptions about hiring a drone operator to complete aerial inspection and survey requests.Drones are revolutionising the way aerial surveys are carried out. They are used in everything from town planning and major construction projects down to individual roof inspections of a single property.Benefits of a Drone Survey –Aerial views can take in the whole picture – literallyDrone surveys can be carried out without ladders, [...]

16 02, 2018

How much does drone photography cost?

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How much will drone photography cost?Aerial pictures from a drone are fantastic for properties, hotels, golf clubs and many other subjects. The view from above gives a unique perspective and can look spectacular. But how much does drone photography cost?You can now book online HERE Please note: this blog was initially posted in 2018 - now you must have permission to fly in certain areas and hold commercial insurance for all commercial jobs.There are really two answers to this question, and it depends on whether you want to use a safe, legal, professional or take a chance with a [...]

4 02, 2018

The largest selection of UK CAA approved drone operators

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The largest selection of Drone OperatorsWho is your local CAA approved Drone operator?Drones are helping businesses save time, money and operate safer in the workplace.Search our drone directory nowMore properties will be inspected in 2020.  More homes will be marketed using drones, acres of land will be mapped and surveyed.We’ll also see more drones pushing the creative boundaries on our TV screens.The benefits that drones are already bringing to UK businesses is staggering. Drone usage is expanding into new markets rapidly and the story has only just begun.Welcome to the lar [...]

4 02, 2018

Drone Safe Register The UK's leading drone hire website newsletter

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DRONE SAFE REGISTER™This week Drone Safe Register™ (DSR) updates on the following news…Message from DSR founder Mark Boyt DSR hires new director of safetyDSR’s new website launching soon Changes to membership feesDSR’s ‘Keep it legal in 2018’ videos launchedDSR’s Insurance partnershipDSR’s Training partnershipDSR’s Pro Membership benefits listedNew DSR member resources releasedMessage from MarkIt’s been a very busy two years for Drone Safe Register™ (DSR).  In that time, we have grown to be the UK’s largest, professional network of CAA approve [...]

8 01, 2018

Becoming a Commercial Drone Pilot in 2023

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Becoming a Commercial Drone Pilot in 2023Drone Safe Register™ (DSR) is the nation’s leading drone hire website. All our members have been pre-checked for CAA approval and commercial drone insurance.Our drone hire directory and digital map display the profiles of hundreds of legal drone pilots in all parts of the UK.  Drone Safe Register is the UK's ‘go-to’ place to find an approved drone pilot.How Do I Become a Commercial Drone Pilot?We have created this blog to help signpost the route for anybody just starting out as a drone pilot and looking to join our exciting indust [...]

26 11, 2017

UK set for Tougher Drone Laws

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The UK is looking set for tougher drone laws and prosecutions.  New measures are set to force drone owners to register their drones and all will be banned from airports unless operating with a valid CAA permission. Anyone operating a drone for commercial use in the UK must have CAA approved and hold valid insurance at all times.Changes to the (ANO) Air Navigation Order will introduce a safety test and the registration of drones weighing more than 250 grams.New laws will mean police will have better powers to prosecute.Assistant Chief Constable Serena Kennedy added: “Polic [...]

22 11, 2017

Martek Establish Dedicated Maritime Unmanned Aviation Division

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Maritime Unmanned AviationTo mark growing demand for maritime RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) services and the rapid expansion of business, Martek Marine has established a dedicated Martek Aviation division. The new Martek Aviation division is strategically focused on pioneering unmanned maritime aviation services, after a successful track record of 25 years improving commercial maritime safety.Maritime RPAS applications are set for massive growth and Martek Aviation looks set to capitalise on this fast-emerging area of opportunity. The business will focus on delivering [...]

14 11, 2017

Drone Owner Rescued By Emergency Services

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Drone Owner Rescued By Emergency ServicesBritish Transport Police and East Sussex Fire and Rescue have helped a drone owner to safety after his drone became stuck in a tree at a busy Brighton train station today.He had become stuck next to a busy live railway line. Trains have been delayed due to live rails being turned off for safety.Southern Rail tweeted: “Due to a member of public getting stuck up a tree next to the railway line in #Brighton today (we’re not joking), services to and from this station may be delayed by up to 10 mins.”A hobbyist flying a drone within a congest [...]

15 10, 2017

CAA launch Share The Air Campaign

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CAA Share The Air Campaign launchedThe Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) are inviting all drone users from the south west and south coast to attend their first ever free drone safety day at Compton Abbas airfield.This first major new event will be held on Saturday 11th November 2017.Jonathan Nicholson of the CAA writes,Attendees will be given the chance to see for themselves the range of flying opportunities that exist in their local areas, as well as receive top tips on how they can use their drones responsibly, enabling them to expand their love of flying,The CAA will be on hand at th [...]

6 08, 2017

I’m a Hobby Drone Pilot: Where can I Fly?

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Drone Safe Register™ (DSR) is increasingly asked by our hobby members and other amateur drone pilots, “Where can I fly my drone?”Join us as a Hobby Member HEREPlease note this information may be outdated but was correct at the time of publishing. Please see our most recent blogs for updated information.Visit our Drone Store HEREOur advice is always to check with the landowner – before you take to the controls.  Even if you take off from private land often, you should not fly over public land without permission.You’ll also need to ensure you are well aware of the UK’s [...]

30 07, 2017

3D Mapping & 360° virtual tours available from DSR members

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3D Mapping & 360° virtual tours from Drone Safe RegisterHundreds of pre-checked CAA approved and insured commercial drone operators available for hire nationwide.  Many of our members specialise in drone data capture to create 3D maps and 360° degree virtual tours. 3D mapping demand is taking off in many of the UK’s business and industry sectors.  To cater for this surge, sophisticated 3D mapping software applications have been launched to help commercial drone pilots capture data and to enable end users to view aerial maps from a three dimensional perspective. [...]

22 07, 2017

UK Government to Introduce Drone Registration

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Drone RegistrationThe Government’s drone consultation response has been published today and it announces registration for all drones weighing 250g or more.Read the Full PublicationThere is no time frame or firm plans as to how the new rules will be enforced. The Department of Transport commented that “the nuts and bolts still have to be ironed out”.The consultation details that registration will encompass a drone safety awareness test that will involve potential flyers having to “prove that they understand UK safety, security and privacy regulations”.The vision of regi [...]

14 07, 2017

Illegal Drone on Parcel Force Promo

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Illegal Drone flight This morning one of our Drone Safe Register members witnessed first-hand an illegal drone pilot allegedly flying and filming on a promotional video for Parcel Force.The DSR member, who asked not to be named, told DSR he couldn’t quite believe what he was seeing with regards to a drone being flown just metres from a road – A clear breach of the UK’s Air Navigation Order and the CAA’s drone code.Here is the video of the incident clearly showing the Parcel Force van as the subject and a drone being flown next to a busy main road.“Today I witnessed a media [...]

6 07, 2017

UNSAFE DRONE PILOT WALKS AWAY WITH FINE AND DRONE CONFISCATION

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Drone Disrupts Gatwick AirportIn the same week that Gatwick Airport, the busiest runway in the world, is disrupted by an unsafe drone pilot leading to runways being closed and 4 flights being diverted; A 37 year old walks away from court with a minor fine for committing 15 dangerous drone offences that put the public at severe risk.Read the Full Article HereThe drone offences relate to four unsafe flights that took place between December 2016 and January 2017.  Mr Smith’s conviction at Leamington Spa Magistrates Court resulted in a £259 fine with [...]

20 06, 2017

Summer Drone Hire

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This summer, Drone Safe Register  requests anybody looking to hire a drone operator, please hire a safe and legal pilot to be sure that your drone activity is conducted safely. Let’s be very clear, we are not aiming this at anybody flying their drone for fun or as a hobby.  This is solely aimed at those receiving PAYMENT for their drone work and who are operating without CAA / IAA approvals. Anybody operating a drone commercially without insurance and approval from the CAA / IAA is breaking the law.  This is not acceptable.  The simple solution is to ensure YOUR pilot is LEG [...]

5 06, 2017

Drone Safe Register Partners with Coverdrone

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Drone Safe Register (DSR) is delighted to announce that we have partnered exclusively with Coverdrone.Andrew Heath, Director at Coverdrone,  “We have been very impressed with the growth of DSR since it’s formation and the reputation they have established as a professional partner helping organisations stay within the law by hiring qualified and insured drone operators across the UK.”Mark Boyt founder of DSR, “We are delighted to be partnering with Coverdrone, the UK’s market leaders in commercial drone insurance.  Many of our members commercially insure their [...]

7 05, 2017

Who is my Local Drone Pilot?

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Find out who your local commercial drone pilot is by simply inputting your postcode on our home page or using the button below.  We have nationwide drone pilots, all CAA approved, waiting to take care of your drone needs.You can find your local drone operator HEREDSR is the UK’s leading drone hire directory. All our members have been pre-checked for CAA permissions and valid commercial drone insurance.  By law, anybody operating a drone for commercial gain must possess these.If you’re hiring a drone pilot always ask for a copy of the operator’s CAA permissio [...]

10 04, 2017

DRONES FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES

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DSR’s Drones for Emergency Services is being launched with an aim of providing nationwide drone support to the UK’s emergency services.DSR is the UK’s leading drone hire organisation. Our members are all CAA qualified and insured to fly drones on a commercial basis.  Our commercial UAV pilot members are working in a multitude of industry sectors including supporting the nation’s emergency services.Instant online booking form HEREDrones Save LivesDrones have saved at least 59 people from life threatening danger.  That’s according to DJI who undertook a survey of me [...]

26 02, 2017

Drone Hire Made Easy

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Easy Drone HireDSR is the UK’s largest drone hire and specialist camera services website. We proudly market the nation’s top drone professionals who are all Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) qualified and insured to carry out commercial drone work.Each week DSR publishes a weekly news blog to keep our members and the wider drone community up to date with industry related news. We aim to keep both professional and drone hobby readers informed with the UK’s latest drone news, laws and regulations.  We hope that our blogs inform both hobby and professional drone users.  We [...]