Civilian UAV Deployment Framework in Qatar

Abstract

Drone deployment in Qatar has been lagging behind that in other countries due to a wide range of reported challenges. This study developed a framework to address these operational gaps and serve as a roadmap for different stakeholders to enable drone applications for successful, safe, accountable and sustainable development. Moreover, the framework could help overcome key challenges and lay the groundwork for addressing other challenges facing UAV deployment in Qatar, thereby enabling Qatar to join the global efforts in this technological evolution. The framework was based on an analysis of the available data from previous guidelines for UAV operation and the identification of the challenges facing drone deployment in Qatar. The proposed framework was evaluated through interviews with key stakeholders in the Qatari drone steering committee. The outcomes from this evaluation supported the implementation of the framework with minor amendments and are ready to be put into practice by policymakers. In addition, it could be helpful for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and other countries in the region to consider this framework in their efforts to facilitate drone deployment.

Systematic Review on Civilian Drones in Safety and Security Applications

“…Moreover. to ensure the safe and effective integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into global airspace, it is necessary to establish civilian deployment frameworks in accordance with the global efforts endorsed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) [66].…”

Assessing the Potential of Qatari House Roofs for Solar Panel Installations: A Feasibility Survey

“…The reason for opting for manual surveying instead of remote sensing methods, such as the use of satellite images [31], is primarily due to cost, accessibility, and issues related to legal and ethical approvals. Additionally, the use of drones has been considered; however, as of now, drone surveying is not yet allowed in Qatar [32].…”

Drone Safety and Security Surveillance System (D4S)

“…Systematic and in-depth reviews of 45 publications exploring the use of civilian drones in safety applications to understand the functionality and applications of drones in the civilian domain demonstrated the significant potential of civilian drones in various safety applications [7][8][9]. These included utilizing security cameras to ensure the safety of residential properties, with the majority of such applications relying on a global positioning system (GPS) as the primary means of location sensing and incorporating cameras into their systems [10,11].…”

“…However, to ensure their safe and efficient integration into the global airspace, further research is required to establish robust regulatory frameworks and technical requirements so that each country and each sector might benefit from drones. Through such efforts, drones can be effectively integrated, unlocking their full potential for the betterment of society [7][8][9].…”