DJI Enacts Temporary No-Fly Zones for ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2018
Strengthening Safety and Security Measures through Flight Restrictions
Key Takeaways
- DJI is implementing temporary no-fly zones in Greater Sydney during the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit from March 16 to March 18.
- The measures aim to enhance safety, minimizing the risk of drone operators entering sensitive areas.
- These temporary restrictions are part of DJI’s ongoing commitment to responsible drone operation and public safety.
Enhancing Safety with Temporary No-Fly Zones
As a global leader in civilian drone manufacturing, DJI has taken a proactive step in ensuring safety and security during the forthcoming ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2018. Scheduled to take place in Greater Sydney, the summit will see notable attendance from Southeast Asian leaders and around 500 Australian business figures.
In light of this significant inter-governmental gathering, DJI will enforce temporary no-fly zones to minimize the possibility of drone operators inadvertently entering restricted areas. These no-fly zones will remain in effect throughout the duration of the summit.
Commitment to Responsible Drone Use
DJI’s Asia-Pacific Head of Public Policy, Adam Welsh, emphasized the company’s dedication to safety, stating, “Safety is DJI’s top priority and we’ve always taken proactive steps to educate our customers to operate their drones within the law. Where appropriate, we implement temporary no-fly zones during major events.”
These temporary measures not only reflect DJI’s commitment to responsible drone usage but also aim to alleviate any potential security concerns that may arise from drone activity in the vicinity of such high-profile events.
Details of the No-Fly Zones
The designated no-fly zones will be integrated into DJI’s existing GPS-based geofencing system, which assists drone operators in navigating safe airspace. The coordinates for the no-fly areas will encompass a large part of Greater Sydney, adhering closely to recommendations from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia. The restrictions will be active from March 16 through midnight on March 18, Sydney time.
Drone users who are operating in the Sydney area will be able to locate these temporary no-fly zones using the DJI GO 4 mobile app, ensuring they are fully informed and can make safe flying decisions.
A Historic Gathering in Sydney
This ASEAN summit marks the most significant inter-governmental meeting in Sydney since the APEC summit in 2017, reflecting Australia’s growing role in regional cooperation and dialogue. Previous temporary updates to DJI’s no-fly zone framework have been implemented during other critical events, including the G7 Summit in Japan and various political conventions in the United States, reinforcing DJI’s proactive approach to safety during events that heighten national security considerations.
For further information, inquiries can be directed to: pr@dji.com
