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Why Urban Airspace Security Demands Definitive Drone (UAV) Monitoring 

  • Writer: Aerial Tech
    Aerial Tech
  • Oct 9
  • 3 min read

 

Recent incidents at airports and military installations in Europe exemplify a global warning sign regarding urban airspace security. What was once a theoretical concern is now manifesting as an operational crisis, demanding a reliable and immediate technological response. 

At Aerial Tech, we are proud to be involved in the development of these solutions, working to mitigate possible damages caused by the progress of drone technology. 


The New Reality: Systematic Incidents and the Risk to Critical Infrastructure 


Recent news serves as a current reminder of the vulnerability of our critical infrastructure. 


  1. Mass Shutdowns: The presence of unauthorized drones is sufficient to close airspace, causing costly "cascading effects" on the global air network. Munich Airport in Germany was forced to repeatedly suspend operations after drone sightings, with pilots pointing to deliberate attacks. In Germany, airports in Saxony, for example, recorded eleven unauthorized drone sightings in 2025 alone. 

  2. Collisions and Accidents: In Canada, a drone collided with a Skyjet company aircraft, the first incident of its kind, according to the Minister of Transport. A drone also collided with a firefighting aircraft in California, USA, near the Palisades fire. 


The pattern of recent incidents suggests something more than amateur operators, raising concern about attacks directed at national security and essential infrastructure. 

  • Europe on Alert: The succession of drone sightings in Norway and Denmark, which forced the closure of airports, was classified as a "systematic operation" and a "hybrid attack" by authorities. The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, warned that "our critical infrastructure is at risk." 

  • Identification Challenge: At the main naval base in Karlskrona, Sweden, unidentified drones were sighted over the archipelago, just a few kilometers from the military installation. Despite multiple reports and the opening of an investigation for violating aviation law, none of the devices were recovered and no suspects were identified, highlighting the failure of traditional systems to link the device to the operator. 


SkyRadar: The Necessary Defense for Airspace Security 

 

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To counter this complex threat, cities, infrastructure managers, and security agencies need a surveillance platform that goes beyond mere detection. That is why we developed SkyRadar. 

SkyRadar is a surveillance and management platform (UAV Monitoring Infrastructure) that enables secure, real-time drone visibility, transforming unregulated airspace into a monitored and controllable environment. 


The Advantages of SkyRadar: 

  1. Visibility and Tracking: Recent incidents prove that knowing a drone is present is only the first step; you need to track it reliably. 

  2. Long-Range Sensors: SkyRadar combines proprietary sensors to offer BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) surveillance. 

  3. Real-Time Tracking: We offer real-time tracking of UAVs in public and restricted zones, providing complete operational situational awareness. 

  4. Regulatory Compliance: The inability to link a drone to an operator is the main obstacle to compliance. 

  5. Multi-Protocol Remote ID: SkyRadar is compatible with ASTM and IETF Remote ID standards, enabling remote identification. This not only identifies the UAV but links it directly to operator data in real-time, allowing security agencies to take action against non compliant vehicles. 

  6. UTM/ATM Integration: SkyRadar ensures fluid, plug-and-play integration with UAS Traffic Management (UTM) and Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems. 

  7. Compliance Ready: Our solution provides reliable data and flight stability insights, crucial for monitoring fleet health and ensuring compliance-ready insights for auditing. 


Don't Wait For The Next Incident 

The incidents and the global collision risks are only the beginning. As drone usage proliferates, the risk to urban security and critical infrastructure only increases. 

It's not just about security; it's about empowering the future of urban aviation in a responsible and protected manner. 


Want complete visibility over your airspace? 

Explore how SkyRadar can strengthen your organization's UAV oversight and regulatory compliance. 

Contact info@aerialte.ch for a demonstration. 

 

 
 
 

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