Aviation safety chief Jim Gavin filmed promotional running video using drone in 'red zone'

"Footage used on social media did not have green light from AirNav Fianna Fáil blames 'oversight' by the camera operator Gavin previously gave warnings about the need for drone operators to know the rules A promotional video of presidential candidate and aviation safety chief Jim Gavin taking part in a Parkrun event was filmed using a drone a in a "red zone" without permission."

"The Fianna Fáil nominee has blamed an unnamed drone pilot for the "oversight", despite the fact he is the chief operations officer for the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA)."

A promotional video of Jim Gavin taking part in a Parkrun was filmed by a drone in a "red zone" without permission. The footage used on social media did not have approval from AirNav. Fianna Fáil blamed an "oversight" by the camera operator for the unauthorized drone filming. Gavin previously warned that drone operators need to know and follow the rules. Gavin is the chief operations officer of the Irish Aviation Authority, which raises questions about responsibility and regulatory oversight. The incident highlights compliance concerns with drone and aviation safety regulations.

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