Report Summary
This report provides members of the Policing Performance Committee with an update on Police Scotland’s Air Support Unit use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS).
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BENEFITS
RPAS has contributed towards Police Scotland 2030 vision–
Supporting reductions in overall crime.
Responding effectively to threats to public safety.
Delivering the best possible service for the public and communities of Scotland.
Creating a thriving workforce by investing in training in new technologies to improve policing capability and employee experience.
Supporting the wellbeing of our Officers.
Since January 2025 East, North and West Hubs have completed 514 operational flights and flown 149 hours and 05 minutes. This has impacted positively on three different areas: environment, financial and organisational learning.
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