Visitors to the TT this year will be warned against the use of unmanned aircraft, or so-called drones, over the TT course.
With the increasing popularity of drones – used in recent years for matters as diverse as aerial photography and surveying of buildings – organisers of the annual event in June are concerned about the possible hazards of spectators using drones for aerial photography.
Ramsey MHK Leonard Singer said he had raised the matter with organisers.
‘So I have now asked them to put out a clear message before TT this year telling the public that it is not allowed.’
In fact, he said latest legislation now in place would prohibit the use of unmanned aircraft within 50 metres of the TT course and it also impose a fine of up to £2,500 for any contravention.
In support of the move a poster is to be used to drive the message home, depicting an unmanned craft with a cross through it and a reminder of the maximum fine.
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