Drone incursion refers to the unauthorized entry of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into restricted airspace. These incidents, involving commercial,...
A drone incursion is the unauthorized entry of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) into controlled or restricted airspace, or flying over sensitive areas without explicit permission.
They pose significant risks to national security, aviation safety, and privacy, potentially being used for surveillance, smuggling, espionage, or disrupting critical infrastructure and operations.
Incursions can involve a range of drones, from small recreational consumer models and commercial inspection drones to more advanced military-grade reconnaissance UAVs.
Detection methods include radar, acoustic sensors, and RF signal analysis. Countermeasures range from electronic jamming and net guns to interceptor drones and strict legal penalties.