AARTOS DDS: The High-Speed Drone Detection System Ensuring Safety at the Austrian Grand Prix 2024

During the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Austrian Grand Prix 2024 in Spielberg, security teams utilized Aaronia's AARTOS High-Speed Drone Detection System to protect against unauthorized drone activity. Ensuring the safety of spectators, drivers, and teams is crucial at large events, making drone detection systems like AARTOS DDS essential. The security teams opted for the mobile version of the AARTOS system, housed in a Mercedes Sprinter, to effectively detect and prevent any potential drone threats.

In order to enhance security at large public events, it is crucial for security officials to incorporate drone detection and defense measures into their security plans. The threat from drones, including those used for recreational purposes, should not be overlooked, particularly due to their potential for targeted attacks. Unfortunately, there is a lack of knowledge in the field of drone detection and defense, resulting in the use of inadequate solutions or none at all.

During the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Austrian Grand Prix 2024, security officials were already aware of AARTOS DDS due to its successful deployment at Airpower 2022. It was evident that Aaronia AG's drone protection solution would be the preferred choice for the event. The experts at Aaronia provide AARTOS DDS as a comprehensive service that easily fits into the current security setup. The advanced AARTOS X9 version, housed in a specially designed Mercedes Sprinter, can be set up quickly and includes all essential components for efficient drone protection.

The system can track the position, speed, and altitude of drones quickly and accurately. It scans all radio frequencies to detect any drone activity, using simultaneous scans to cover different frequencies. The AARTOS system provides real-time tracking of both the drone and its operator, with help from Aaronia's RTSA-Suite PRO software. This software can recognize most commercially available drones, take control of them if needed, and safely land them. Data can be shared with authorized security agencies through a mobile app, ensuring they are always aware of the drone and operator's current location and can respond accordingly.

Stephan Kraschansky, the CEO of Aaronia Austria, mentions that they have encountered many drones flying near restricted areas and had to take action multiple times. They usually just give warnings to the drone operators, but in some instances, they had to take control of the drones to ensure safety. Security officials also dealt with the drone pilots during these incidents.

The safety of both spectators and drivers was guaranteed by preventing the unauthorized use of drones during the event. The Formula 1 weekend was filled with crashes on the track, leading to an exciting race where George Russell secured Mercedes team's first victory of the season with a happy third place finish.

During the demonstration, the Aaronia experts showcased their drone detection system, which is known for its speed, reliability, and efficiency. They also achieved a lap time of 7:14.29 in a Mercedes Sprinter, setting a new record for mobile drone detection systems in Spielberg. This 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 factors to take into account regarding drone security within today's security systems, check out the e-paper from Sicherheit. Das Fachmagazin.

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