Ensuring safety
Safety is of paramount importance to HighSight. UAVs are controlled digitally to prevent interference. On-board flight controllers use GPS, altimeter and compass to autonomously stay in position – even in winds up to 20 knots. The controller also allows the UAV to return to base and land automatically in the event of a low battery or loss of control signal.
We are licensed to fly commercially in the UK by the CAA and we hold professional and public liability insurance for up to £5 million. For every location where we need to fly, we produce a safety document that covers airspace restrictions, public access management and all other safety factors as laid out in out flight manual. During operations we also always have a NEBOSH-qualified health and safety advisor present.