Police Union Calls for Drone Defense Concept - Drone at Frankfurt Airport: Police Union Calls for Urgent Action
A drone was spotted at Frankfurt Airport on Friday, leading to a high fine for the hobbyist pilot. Meanwhile, the Police Union (GDP) in Hesse is calling for immediate action to address increasing drone sightings, with the state chairman Jens Mohrherr demanding immediate police intervention and modern equipment.
Mohrherr criticized the unclear responsibilities and jurisdictions regarding drone defense, stating that it threatens public safety. He demanded decentralized 24/7 readiness of drone defense equipment and the empowerment of police to intervene immediately. Recent disruptions at Munich Airport by drones of unknown origin have further highlighted the need for urgent action.
Hesse has already enabled measures in the police law to allow police to render drones harmless. Minister-President Boris Rhein has announced measures to enhance drone defense, including expanding detection and countermeasures capabilities and allocating financial resources. These actions are part of a coordinated effort with the federal government and other states. Mohrherr opposes 'military experiments' in drone defense and calls for a rapid increase in personnel to set up drone defense teams in all police authorities, demanding at least 1,000 additional police officers in Hesse for internal security and drone defense.
The GDP's demands and the Minister-President's announced measures aim to strengthen drone defense in Hesse and across Germany. Effective and organized responses to drone threats are crucial to ensure public safety and prevent disruptions to flight operations.
