- Pilot of passenger plane spots drone <unk> Police investigate
A rogue drone near Friedrichshafen Airport (Bodenseekreis) is suspected of endangering a passenger plane during takeoff. Investigations are underway against the unknown drone operator for dangerous interference with air traffic, the police reported. The pilot of the plane with 48 passengers on board noticed a drone on the left side at around 650 meters altitude on Sunday and reported it to the tower. According to a police spokesperson, the pilot continued the flight towards France.
The police said they were unable to locate the drone operator and are asking for tips on their identity. In this context, they remind that there is a general ban on flying such private aircraft in the takeoff and landing area of the airport. Drone operators should strictly adhere to these air traffic regulations. Violations can have a significant risk potential and are consistently reported. For example, a collision with the plane could have had serious consequences.
The police urgently need the public's help in identifying the drone operator, as this incident could potentially be considered an emergency due to the endangerment of a civilian aircraft. Violators of the air traffic regulations, including flying drones in the prohibited area during takeoff and landing, face severe consequences due to the significant risk they pose.
