Gatwick Airport Reopens to Backlog, Watching for a Return of Drones

The video discusses the threats posed by small drones to critical infrastructure, particularly airports. It explores technologies and strategies to counter these threats, including jamming and geofencing. The video also covers the importance of regulations and tracking to manage drone usage. Finally, it highlights the vulnerabilities of complex infrastructure systems to small disruptions.

What is a major concern regarding small drones and airports?

• They can be used for aerial photography.

• They are too expensive to be widely used.

• They might get sucked into aircraft engines.

• They are difficult to operate.

Which technology is NOT mentioned as a way to counteract drone threats?

• Using drones to capture other drones

• Jamming technologies

• Building chips to restrict flight areas

• Shooting drones down

What is a potential future requirement for drone operators?

• Registering and licensing their drones

• Working for the government

• Owning a pilot's license

• Having a degree in engineering

How does the discussion of Brexit relate to infrastructure vulnerabilities?

• It indicates that Brexit will lead to more drone regulations.

• It shows how political decisions can affect drone technology.

• It highlights the impact of small changes on complex systems.

• It suggests that drones are used in political campaigns.

What is a characteristic of modern infrastructure systems?

• They are immune to small disruptions.

• They are becoming more complex and delicate.

• They are simple and easy to manage.

• They are less reliant on technology.