Airspace restrictions announced over Windsor for President Donald Trump's state visit

Airspace restrictions will be in place over Windsor during a second state visit by United States President Donald Trump later this month.

Mr Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will be hosted by His Majesty The King at Windsor Castle from Wednesday, September 17.

Between Wednesday, September 17 and Thursday, September 18, airspace restrictions will be in place for aircrafts, including drones over and around Windsor.

Thames Valley Police (TVP) have a ‘significant security operation’ in place and are working closely with partners to make sure the event passes safely and with minimal disruption.

Police drones and support from the National Police Air Service in the area will be used to enforce the restricted airspace.

The force will also have resources available, and tactics deployed to enforce the restrictions and ‘deal with anybody who fails to adhere to them’.

Chief Inspector Matthew

Wilkinson, of our Joint Operations Unit, said: “We have a significant security operation in place in and around Windsor for the visit of President Trump.

“As is typical for events of this scale, we are implementing a significant airspace restriction to keep the local community and attendees at the event safe.”

He added: “If you notice anything suspicious in the air or on the ground, please report this to police.

“You can speak to an officer, make a report online, via our website or call 101. If something is taking place now, always call 999.”

For more information, visit: caa.co.uk/drones/moving-on-to-more-advanced-flying/airspace/airspace-restrictions/