Aviation safety chief Jim Gavin filmed presidential 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 presidential candidate and aviation safety chief Jim Gavin at a Parkrun was filmed using a drone in a designated 'red zone' without permission. The footage appeared on social media without approval from AirNav. Fianna Fáil attributed the incident to an unnamed drone pilot, calling it an 'oversight'. Jim Gavin holds the role of chief operations officer at the Irish Aviation Authority. Gavin previously issued warnings about the need for drone operators to know and follow the rules. The use of a drone in a restricted area raised questions about compliance with aviation safety and regulatory procedures.

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