Israel Grounds Drones Controlled Via Fiber Optics or Cellular Networks
Translated & summarized from Calcalist by baba
Israel is grounding all civilian drones and UAVs controlled via fiber optics or cellular networks starting this week, according to the Ministry of Defense. The six-month emergency order, signed by Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, exempts security forces. This action is due to security concerns, as these drones can operate far from their controllers, unlike recreational models. Around 4,300 drones and 6,000 model aircraft are registered in Israel.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel is grounding civilian drones controlled by fiber optics or cellular networks starting this week.
- The six-month emergency order was signed by Defense Minister Yisrael Katz.
- Security agencies like the IDF and Shin Bet are exempt from the new drone restrictions.
- The ban targets drones capable of flying kilometers away from their operators.
- Approximately 4,300 drones and 6,000 model aircraft are registered in Israel.
Israel has begun grounding all civilian drones, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and model aircraft controlled via fiber optic cables or cellular SIM cards, effective this week. This measure, detailed in documents released by the Ministry of Defense, stems from security concerns. Previously, in September, the Ministry of Transportation had proposed regulations to prohibit the operation of drones controlled by fiber optics or cellular communication, with certain exceptions.
Under the new emergency order, signed by Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, the prohibition on operating drones via fiber optics or SIM cards will last for six months. This ban applies to civilian operators. Security agencies, including the IDF, Shin Bet, Israel Police, Mossad, Israel Prison Service, and Knesset Guard, are exempt from this restriction.
The new regulations differentiate these remotely controlled drones from recreational and sports drones, which typically remain within the operator's line of sight. Drones using cellular or fiber optic control can travel many kilometers away from their operators, posing a potential security risk.
According to the Ministry of Transportation, approximately 4,300 drones are currently registered legally in Israel. The majority of these are recreational drones not subject to the grounding order. Additionally, there are about 6,000 model aircraft, and an unknown number of drones that have been imported illegally.
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