Observer Report
Islamabad
The Aviation Division has prepared a draft of Unmanned Aircraft System policy aimed at promoting the latest technology in diverse fields.
“At the initiative of Minister for Aviation Ghulam Sarwar Khan, the Aviation Division has taken a leap forward and has drafted a comprehensive UAS policy to facilitate and promote the use of UAS for civil purposes by ensuring safety and security,” a news release said.
The policy broadly covers the usage of UAS for recreational, non-recreational, sports, photography, media coverage, commercial, agriculture, and many more purposes. The draft has been circulated to all stakeholders for their views and comments. “After consideration and incorporation of feedback from the stakeholders concerned, the draft policy shall be placed before the appropriate forum for approval,” it added.