Interactions
One of the biggest issues with flying drones is the lack of understanding of the legislation surrounding them, the law around filming in public and the legislaton relating to flying over private land.
These videos provide an insight into the possible interactions (both good and bad) drone pilots may experience when out flying.
The selected videos are from DJ Audits and other YouTube channels, these show the ignorance of CAA Drone Law by members of the public, business owners, employees and even the police.
I see many negative comments directed to the police in these online videos but in many cases, once the legislation is explained and they understand what's going on, their approach and attitude changes. The police are there because they need to ensure no laws have been broken and if they have, they have to act accordingly.
A Note About YouTube Auditors
Please see the UK Governments official information and training video about Auditors and how to interract with them.
Samworth Brothers
Two amazing members of staff at Samworth Brothers Ltd. who were respectful and took the time to look at the legislation, then waited to see the flight.
Ocado
When your security guards are polite, respectful and have the people skills to talk to others and help when needed. What a really nice guy!
Roxel UK
Another example of security staff (Securitas) and employees at a company being fair and relaxed, knowing the law and no confrontation whatseover.
CMCA (UK)
Staff members of CMCA (UK) get very vocal about a drone being flown over their building. Contains swearing - viewer discretion advised .
Heckler & Koch GB
Armed Response arrive in force to stop DJA flying 'illegally' over Heckler & Koch. After checking legislation with their Drone Team; they confirm this is allowed.
Adidas UK
When security don't want the drone up and are unwilling to look at the law, the H&S manager Louise takes time to listen and learn. Amazing customer relations!
Teledyne
The police are called to this site to understand what is going on. Listen to the conversation and understand what the police powers are.
Sarval (Hartshill) Ltd
This is an excellent example of civil vs criminal law and how to protect your personal data when company employees ask for it.
Syncreon Automotive
An example of how not to handle this situation as a company employee. This lady doesn't know the law but stands and argues anyway.
UK Police Force
An example of where the drone operator knows the law better than the police (liaison) officer telling him he's possibly committing an offence.
BMW
This BMW employee doesn't know the laws around drones, incorrectly tries to apply GDPR law to an individual and still demands the drone remains grounded.
Aldi NDC
The attitude from security and groundworkers here from Aldi's contractors is disgusting. Only when the site manager comes out does the tone change!
Cummings UK Logistics
These two site Ops Managers approach DJ Audits to ask what and why he's filming. Their approach is perfect and their pride in their company shines!
Hermes
Another example somebody not knowing the law and arguing without knowing the facts, humiliating both themselves and the company they work for.
MornFlake
A site manager comes out to see what's going on and shows real professionalism and takes time to learn more about flying drones and the law around it.
UK Police
DJE Media is flying his drone out of VLOS when the Drone Team Officer arrives demanding the drone is grounded. DJE gets a real dressing down!
UK Police
UK Police prevent DJ Audits flying his drone to record a protest. He then speaks to the Drone Team who allow the flight and educate the other officers.
UK Police
A police officer approaches DJE Media in a frosty manner but after the legislation is explained by DJE, the situaton calms and the officer apologies and laughs at himself.
UK Police
This officer arrives with an open mind and good attitude towards the drone flight, he was polite and respectful despite the auditor trying to make out the contrary.
UK Police
PC Jenks arrives at a discussion with officers outside a police station and immedietely escalates the situation resulting in an unlawful detainment.
UK Police
As an auditor flies a drone over a police station, an officer arrives, cuffs him and detains him illegally. Resulting in illegal detention and arrest.
UK Police
A PCSO tries to stop a photographer shooting photos and video by GCHQ. She doesn't know what she's doing and embasrasses herself.
