Security
Drone Flights Banned in Addis Ababa and Surrounding Areas
TIKVAH Ethiopia · 1 hour ago · Read the Full Story on TIKVAH Ethiopia
AI SUMMARY
The National Intelligence and Security Service has announced an indefinite ban on issuing permits for any drone flights in Addis Ababa and surrounding areas.
- The National Intelligence and Security Service announced an indefinite ban on drone flight permits in Addis Ababa and its surrounding areas, effective immediately.
- Integrated anti-drone technology is currently being used to monitor and control aerial vehicles in the area.
- Legal action will be taken against unauthorized drones, including detection, interception, landing, operator location identification, and apprehension.
- Previously, professional drone users were required to submit flight purposes, locations, types, and model numbers to NISS for authorization.
- The flight ban was implemented to secure critical infrastructure and national events in collaboration with relevant authorities.
- NISS stated it is equipped with sophisticated technologies and trained personnel to counter national security risks posed by modern drones.
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