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The Guardia Civil have fined a foreign tourist for flying a drone in the Special Prot
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The Guardia Civil have fined a foreign tourist for flying a drone in the Special Protection Area for Birds (ZEPA) of the Corralejo Dunes in Fuerteventura.

They were found operating the drone without the necessary permits, in violation of strict air safety regulations.

According to a report released yesterday (Tuesday) by the Guardia Civil, the incident occurred on November 20th when officers spotted the man using a drone equipped with FPV (First-Person View) immersive goggles.

The drone was flown without the assistance of an observer, a key safety requirement. The area, which serves as a habitat for protected species such as Cory's Shearwater, is highly sensitive and subject to strict environmental protection.

They acted swiftly, citing an increase in complaints regarding the misuse of drones in protected areas. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the drone operator lacked the required authorisations, including flight permits, a drone pilot certificate, and liability insurance. Additionally, the drone itself was unregistered, compounding the severity of the offence.

Given the dual nature of the violation, posing both air safety and environmental risks, the Guardia Civil has filed reports with the State Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) and the Vice-Ministry for Climate Change and Ecological Transition of the Canary Islands Government. These reports could result in significant penalties for the offender.

This case highlights the growing concern over drone misuse in sensitive areas and highlights the stringent regulations in place to protect both public safety and vulnerable ecosystems. The authorities have emphasised the importance of adhering to legal requirements when operating drones, particularly in areas designated for environmental conservation. in the Special Protection Area for Birds (ZEPA) of the Corralejo Dunes in Fuerteventura.

They were found operating the drone without the necessary permits, in violation of strict air safety regulations.

According to a report released yesterday (Tuesday) by the Guardia Civil, the incident occurred on November 20th when officers spotted the man using a drone equipped with FPV (First-Person View) immersive goggles.

The drone was flown without the assistance of an observer, a key safety requirement. The area, which serves as a habitat for protected species such as Cory's Shearwater, is highly sensitive and subject to strict environmental protection.

They acted swiftly, citing an increase in complaints regarding the misuse of drones in protected areas. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the drone operator lacked the required authorisations, including flight permits, a drone pilot certificate, and liability insurance. Additionally, the drone itself was unregistered, compounding the severity of the offence.

Given the dual nature of the violation, posing both air safety and environmental risks, the Guardia Civil has filed reports with the State Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) and the Vice-Ministry for Climate Change and Ecological Transition of the Canary Islands Government. These reports could result in significant penalties for the offender.

This case highlights the growing concern over drone misuse in sensitive areas and highlights the stringent regulations in place to protect both public safety and vulnerable ecosystems. The authorities have emphasised the importance of adhering to legal requirements when operating drones, particularly in areas designated for environmental conservation.
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