Airports on High Alert: C-UAS Guns and Airport Safety
When it comes to airport safety and security, it is critical to anticipate potential threats. Security threats can manifest in a variety of ways and through a variety of channels. One such example is the use of unauthorized drones inside the airport boundary. People in many industries use drones for both commercial and recreational purposes. Although these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have numerous benefits, they also pose unique threats to airport security. In this situation, counter-unmanned aerial systems ( C-UAS ) guns can be used. In this section, we will look at the importance of C-UAS guns in airport security and how they are becoming a key component of airport security plans. Understanding the Drone Challenge On December 19, 2018, shortly after 9 p.m., a security guard standing at a bus stop near Gatwick Airport witnessed a concerning sight. He noticed a drone hovering above a car and another one hovering above a nearby perimeter fence. Gatwick Airport act...