US Air Force, German air traffic controllers discuss unmanned aircraft systems

Airmen stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, receive a tour from Deutsche Flugsicherung employees at Langen, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023. Unmanned aircraft systems have been used for site surveys, checking underground spaces, and assisting in searches for missing persons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)
Airmen stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, tour the Deutsche Flugsicherung control center at Langen, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023. Unmanned aircraft systems must be monitored for the safety of traffic flow in German airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)
Janine Reinhart, Deutsche Flugsicherung senior expert of operational procedures and regulations, explains the procedures that take place with German airfield management in regards to private unmanned aircraft systems operations at Langen, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023. Unmanned aircraft systems are used near airports to closely monitor and prioritize the safety of the airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)
Volker Goerldt, Deutsche Flugsicherung military flying operations expert, gives a presentation to an audience of Airmen and DFS employees about the German airspace and the rules put in place to keep the airspace safe and efficient at Langen, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023. DFS controls air traffic in German airspace, monitoring take-offs and landings at 15 designated international airports in Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)
Volker Goerldt, Deutsche Flugsicherung military flying operations expert, gives a presentation highlighting the importance of German airspace communications at Langen, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023. DFS air traffic controllers ensure that flights are conducted safely and efficiently with the appropriate separation between aircraft, including private unmanned aircraft systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)