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Prepare Your Airspace Defense

Simply being aware of the threat is an excellent first step. But, how can you construct and implement a truly efficient anti-drone system to protect your airspace? To get a clearer picture, consider the points below:
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What are your security needs?
Identifying your security needs is critical to constructing an effective airspace security plan:

  • Protection from corporate espionage or indiscreet photos or videos?
  • Shield your personnel or equipment from physical attacks?
  • Halt cyber attacks on critical IT systems?
  • Put a stop to clandestine contraband deliveries?
  • Other

What is your site layout?
With your security needs in mind, take a careful look at the layout of your facilities to determine areas that may need to be reinforced:

  • Close to other sensitive areas like military bases or airports?
  • In a dense urban area or open field?
  • Is there likely to be a large amount of radio frequency or radar interference in the environment?
  • How large is the site to be protected?
  • Does your site present specific vulnerabilities like bay windows or open spaces?

What is your budget?

Don't believe that anti-drone systems are only within reach of organizations or individuals with deep pockets.

Begin by determining how large of a budget you can allocate to security. You should take hardware, software, installation and maintenance costs into consideration as well as training and personnel if needed.

What security do you already have in place?

  • Do you have a current security system already installed at your site?
  • Is it possible to upgrade it with add-ons or do you need to start from scratch?
  • What security personnel, if any, will need to be trained on any new technology?

Who is in your sky? What is your threat level?
Even if your site is at seemingly low risk from drone intrusions, proper surveillance of your airspace may reveal surprises:

  • Are there already other drones or aircraft in your employ? If so, it's important to be able to distinguish between "friendly" airborne objects and those which may pose a threat to your security. 
  • Have you already spotted intruding drones in your airspace?
  • Is your facility vulnerable from attacks from the air?

Technology Options

What technologies best dovetail with your security needs? If detection is a priority, technologies like radio frequency can provide a high level of accuracy at a relatively low cost.

Technologies may also be combined; for example, RF can be complimented by the addition of radar for longer range and/or optical for visual identification and evidence collection .

Timeline to Your Airspace Security

Evaluate

Gather any staff or organizations who may be affected by your security plan to discuss expectations. This could include: Security Team, IT Team, Operations Team, etc. Make a clear list of your security needs.

Research

Examine offers for airspace security providers in your area & contact their sales representatives directly. Ask for a demonstration. It's important to confirm that the technology works well on-site and not just in ideal conditions. Once you've chosen an airspace security provider, set aside time for them to study your site layout and propose solutions.

Prepare

After signing your contract, prepare your site, removing any obstacles to installation and updating equipment or services if necessary. Set aside time to train on the new system and don't forget to invite any personnel who may need to access the system in the future.

Implement

Your airspace is now secure! Ideally, your system should keep an easy-to-consult record of any and all drone intrusions, allowing you or the relevant authorities to further investigate incidents.