In six cities, Helsinki, Hamburg, Stockholm, Gdansk, Riga, and Tartu, more than 8 000 people answered the surveys concerning drones and drone usage. The trend was clear: emergency and medical use cases consistently ranked as the most acceptable. Respondents prioritized safety and noise control, particularly when flights occur near private residences. Across all participating cities, higher knowledge levels about drones directly correlated with increased trust and overall acceptance. Drone acceptance in Helsinki The survey round of the autumn 2025 highlighted that Helsinki residents are most receptive to drone applications that…
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Helsinki Pilots a System to Safeguard Drone Navigation
Helsinki pilots new sensors to survey possible GNSS signal interference in the low airspace in the city area. The aim is to collect data from lower altitudes than before. The innovation company of the City of Helsinki, Forum Virium Helsinki, has launched a half year long pilot to study interferences in the satellite-based GNSS positioning signals that drones rely on. The focus is on helping the city and the authorities to understand when and where interferences to positioning signals occur. Knowing exactly where drones are at all times is vital…
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