Enhancing Security at the Austrian Grand Prix: AARTOS High-Speed Drone Detection System Ensures Safety
During the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Austrian Grand Prix 2024 in Spielberg, security teams utilized Aaronia's AARTOS High-Speed Drone Detection System to safeguard against unauthorized drone activity. Ensuring the safety of attendees, drivers, and staff is crucial at large events, where the risk of illegal drone use is high. The AARTOS DDS system, known for being the most powerful on the market, was deployed in a mobile version inside a Mercedes Sprinter to effectively detect and prevent any potential drone threats.
It is crucial for security officials at major public events to include drone detection and defense in their security plans. The threat posed by drones, including seemingly harmless ones used for hobbies, should not be overlooked, especially considering the potential risk they pose for targeted attacks. Unfortunately, there is a lack of awareness in the field of drone detection and defense, leading to inadequate or non-existent solutions being used.
During the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Austrian Grand Prix 2024, security officials were already aware of AARTOS DDS from its previous successful deployment at Airpower 2022. It was evident that Aaronia AG's drone protection solution would be the preferred choice for the race weekend. The specialists at Aaronia provide AARTOS DDS as a comprehensive service bundle that easily fits into the current security setup. The advanced AARTOS X9 model, housed in a specially designed Mercedes Sprinter, can be quickly deployed and contains all essential components for efficient drone defense.
The system not only tracks the location and speed of drones but also their altitude, ensuring quick detection of drone activities. It scans the entire range of frequencies, simultaneously scanning different frequencies to detect all drones using radio signals. The AARTOS system offers real-time tracking of both the drone and its operator, using Aaronia's RTSA-Suite PRO software to identify and control drones as needed. Data can be shared with authorized security authorities through a mobile app, allowing them to always know the current location of the drone and operator in real time for appropriate action.
Stephan Kraschansky, the CEO of Aaronia Austria, mentions that they have encountered multiple drone sightings near restricted no-fly zones and have had to intervene on several occasions. They usually just warn the pilots about their actions, but in some instances, they had to take over the drones to safely land them and prevent any potential risks. Security officials also assisted in managing the drone pilots during these incidents.
To prevent any harm to spectators and drivers caused by unauthorized drone activity, measures were taken to ensure safety throughout the event. The Formula 1 weekend saw multiple on-track collisions, leading to an thrilling race weekend where George Russell claimed Mercedes team's first victory of the season with a happy third place finish.
During a demonstration, the Aaronia specialists showcased a drone detection system that is both quick and dependable. They also achieved a new record by completing a lap in 7:14.29 in a Mercedes Sprinter, setting the fastest lap time for mobile drone detection systems in Spielberg. Their lap time was only 6:06.60 slower than the fastest lap driven by Fernando Alonso in an Aston Martin during the race.
To learn more about the importance of drone protection in today's security systems, check out the e-paper from Sicherheit. Das Fachmagazin.
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