Drone law and policy [electronic resource] : global development, risks, regulation and insurance / edited by Anthony A. Tarr, Julie-Anne Tarr, Maurice Thompson and Jeffrey Ellis.

"Drone Law and Policy describes the done industry and its evolution, describing the benefits and risks of its exponential growth. It outlines the current and proposed regulatory framework in Australia, the United States of America, the United Kingdom and Europe, taking into consideration the current and evolving technological and insurance landscape. This book makes recommendations as to additional regulatory and insurance initiatives which the authors believe are necessary to achieve an effective balance between the various competing interests. The 23 chapters are written by global specialists on crucial topics, such as terrorism and security, airport and aircraft safety, maritime deployment, cyber-risks, regulatory oversight, licensing, standards, and insurance. This volume will provide authoritative reference and expert guidance for regulators and government agencies, legal practitioners, insurance companies, and brokers globally, as well as for major organisations utilizing drones in industrial applications"-- Provided by publisher.