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DELIVERY drones are to be tested flying as low as 50ft over roads — despite fears they will be a dangerous distraction to drivers.
At present, the devices are not permitted below about 165ft — but National Highways has called in consultants to see whether it is safe for them to fly much lower.It said: “Drivers need to keep their eyes on the road and minimising the chance that their gaze is drawn elsewhere is important.”Lags using drones to fly everything from drugs to mustard to cell windows
It has been briefed to see if the height limit can be lowered “without distracting drivers — enabling the potential for many more drone flights to meet growing business needs”. But the AA also queried how legitimate business drones could be told apart from rogue ones — and what happened if badIts spokesman added: “Drones already show their worth by helping the emergency services but the operators have safety front of mind.Northern Lights set for ‘once in a decade’ return to UK, reveals Met Office
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