What is the law for drone users?
New laws came into force in July 2018 which banned drones flying anywhere in the UK above 400ft (122m).
Users are also prohibited from flying them within 1km (0.62 miles) of airport boundaries.
Commercial drones have GPS which sends an alert if the device breaches those limits and stops it functioning.
However, many people make their own drones which will not have these systems fitted.
Shop-bought devices can also be hacked so that GPS limits can be breached.
Drones tend to have a battery life of about 30 minutes, but some users can stay in the air for longer.
Those who break the law around altitude and airport proximity could face an unlimited fine, up to five years in prison, or both.
Department for Transport (DfT) research found that a drone weighing 400g could smash a helicopter windscreen.
The study also found a drone weighing 2kg could critically damage a passenger aircraft's windscreen.
Should children be banned from owning drones?
The House of Commons passed laws in May meaning that users who fly drones weighing 250g or more will have to register with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
It comes into force in November 2019and drone pilots will also be required to take an online safety test.
The DfT said it was also considering introducing an age restriction which would ban children from owning drones weighing more than 250g.
The department also said it was considering give police powers to issue on-the-spot fines of up to £300 for misuse and the ability to seize drones being used irresponsibly.
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