Alan Healy: There is a battle brewing over Cork's airspace that will be repeated across Ireland
Half of Cork’s skies are now restricted to drone users as regulators prepare for expanded delivery services and tighter airspace controls
It is refreshing to see a company like Manna, founded by Bobby Healy, being a leader in this field. Too often, Ireland comes at the end of emerging technologies.
Ireland’s cities and towns will shortly be joining the contentious debate as to who can operate in the skies above our heads.
As of this morning, half of the skies over Cork are now off limits to drone users unless they seek permission two days in advance. This restriction will remain in place for three months and is likely to be made permanent.
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