DJI Sets Rules for UAS During Olympics
Following a recommendation from the Brazilian military, DJI will temporarily have a no-fly zone specification within their software during the Olympics, so that the unmanned aircraft don’t interfere with any of the events. In a press release published last week, DJI Latin America Corporate Communications Director Manuel Martinez explained the reasoning for the changes.
“DJI is proud to work with Brazilian authorities to put temporary no-fly zones in place during this important time, in order to increase safety and security at high-profile locations and reduce the likelihood of drone operators inadvertently entering sensitive areas,” says Martinez. “The overwhelming majority of DJI customers want to operate safely and within the law, and establishing clear no-fly zones helps reduce any potential for drone operations that could distract from the upcoming events.”
The adjustment in software will affect operators near events taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Brasilia and other Brazilian cities. In the past, DJI has made similar accommodations for other major events.
