FAQ

Is this for real?

Although it looks like something from the future, this is entirely for real. We have built the technology and drone and trialled over private airspace.

Is it legal?

Not entirely (yet!). The CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) have not authorised the use of UAV over populated areas. This requires careful planning and safer technology as well as laws covering uses before drones are fully legalised and given permission to fly.

What can the drone deliver?

Currently our drone protptype can carry anything up to 500 grammes in weight and measure upto 25 cm (H) x 40 cm (W) x 120 in (L).

Can I help in anyway?

Yes, in actual fact you can. We’ve prepared an e-petition at Number 10 to get government and parliament to consider a Drone Bill, allowing the use of Drones for filming and deliveries within the UK. You are free to sign our petition here — the more support the better!

Is it safe?

Yes. There are some more advances in technology required, and we need to further refine failsafe options and methods for protecting the public (should anything go wrong whilst the drone is flying).

I can’t see how this can really happen?

We believe drones can be regulated in the same way as air traffic control. It simply requires the government and regulatory bodies to consider the future now, so that systems and processes can be put into place to support this in our airspace in the future.

What about privacy issues?

We’ve trialled real-time pixelation of anything identifiable during the live video feed so privacy is retained at all times.

Can’t someone just steal the drone or shoot at it?

Well, yes. But that's what laws are for.