Ban on use of drones near Kochi airport
The operation of drones, powered hang gliders, laser beams, and hot-air balloons has also been banned. District Collector N.S.K. Umesh issued the order following reports from the airport director and the District Police Chief (Ernakulam Rural) that the use of such equipment could affect the operation of aircrafts.
The ban was imposed for facilitating the safe landing and take-off and operation of the aircrafts. The administration has urged the public to report the operation of such devices to the police.
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