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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of repeatable, auditable drone operations. In high-consequence environments—energy infrastructure, transport corridors, emergency response—SOPs define how missions are planned, authorised, executed, supervised, and reviewed. They transform individual competence into organisational capability. What SOPs cover … Continued

As drone operations become more automated, the role of the human operator evolves. The question is not whether humans remain involved, but how their authority is structured within an increasingly automated operational environment. Human-in-the-loop (HIL) design preserves human authority at … Continued

Governance in the context of drone operations refers to the framework of controls, roles, procedures, and documentation that ensures operations are conducted safely, accountably, and in compliance with applicable requirements. For organisations deploying drones in critical infrastructure, public safety, or … Continued

The commercial drone sector has grown rapidly over the past decade, driven by advances in flight platforms, sensors, and software. Much of the market narrative centres on technology: lighter airframes, longer endurance, better cameras, smarter algorithms. These are meaningful developments. … Continued