Teachers voice concern over Thailand drone ban

After the recent news that drones fitted with cameras will be banned in Thailand, science teachers in the country have expressed concern over the Transport Ministry’s new policy which will severely limit the use of drones, including drone operation in schools’ curriculums.

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A rather strange concern from science teachers , never heard of this being a problem from the science fraternity in the western news, generally they are either too busy teaching or arguing the case for more from the ever disappearing begging bowl , perhaps the Science teachers should engaged the students with more theory in the science lab instead of gallivanting about with drones , taking photo's of the new Sino China rail project.

High speed trains but no drones. Drones are already being used for many jobs in the west, it's a very fast growing industry.

Here they just ban them? Such wisdom from Colonel Blimp.

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.... including drone operation in schools’ curriculums.

Given the current level of capability of Thai graduates, one might wonder what else is on the curriculum? Computer game playing, perhaps?

A rather strange concern from science teachers , never heard of this being a problem from the science fraternity in the western news, generally they are either too busy teaching or arguing the case for more from the ever disappearing begging bowl , perhaps the Science teachers should engaged the students with more theory in the science lab instead of gallivanting about with drones , taking photo's of the new Sino China rail project.

Really ?

We estimate that 12% of an estimated $98 billion in cumulative global spending on aerial drones over the next decade will be for commercial purposes.

http://www.businessinsider.com/the-market-for-commercial-drones-2014-2

It is about learning a skill which can be applied. You do not attain skill sets by only sitting in a classroom and listening to an instructor drone on.

US Universities have active drone programs. The ban in Thailand will put them way behind the rest of the world. Once again, the iron fist is beating it's bearer silly

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.... including drone operation in schools’ curriculums.

Given the current level of capability of Thai graduates, one might wonder what else is on the curriculum? Computer game playing, perhaps?

Posting to forums perhaps?

And what benefit will the students get in learning to fly a drone fitted with a camera? will it be the same as spending millions on pads as before? drones fitted with cameras is an invasion of ones privacy, because fore sure the students will not be restricted to using it as a science project, besides that the camera can be substituted with other dangerous devices. if the so called science teachers want to experiment with drones, then they should be restricted to the school yard or sports field. and not in public places.

And stop quoting America, this is Thailand.

This is why they are being banned. http://m.therecord.com/news-story/5276874-white-house-drone-incident-occurs-amid-worries-over-their-use-as-terrorist-weapons/

And what benefit will the students get in learning to fly a drone fitted with a camera? will it be the same as spending millions on pads as before? drones fitted with cameras is an invasion of ones privacy, because fore sure the students will not be restricted to using it as a science project, besides that the camera can be substituted with other dangerous devices. if the so called science teachers want to experiment with drones, then they should be restricted to the school yard or sports field. and not in public places.

And stop quoting America, this is Thailand.

Clearly you know nothing about drones and what they can be used for.

Drones used correctly do not invade anyone privacy anymore than a phone with a camera. They can be used for research, aerial photography, commercial videography...and fun.

There is already big money for good drone pilots and the demand will only grow....in all countries. Thai's can benefit just like anyone else.

Thailand would be better coming up with good regulations about flying near airports, public buildings, major roads, height restrictions rather than banning altogether.

Spend a little time and understand what you are talking about before you make yourself look ever more dumber.

Question:

If drones are RC ( radio controlled ) can't sensitive areas be protected from drones with cameras by jamming the frequencies used to control the drones?

When I read the headlines, I thought they were talking about the drones that teach in the Thai schools. I was hoping they would ban them. Come to find out they are talking about the 'smart' drones.

A big storm in a small potty.

This is why they are being banned. http://m.therecord.com/news-story/5276874-white-house-drone-incident-occurs-amid-worries-over-their-use-as-terrorist-weapons/

That's not why!

They started talking about banning drones because the criminals are using them to smuggle illegal items into the prisons.

Any schools wishing to have drones as part of the curriculum can contact the Thai space institute GISTDA at Sri Racha.

They have programs including buliding and programming their own drones, aerial survey, high altitude balloons (startups for up to 90,000 feet altitude) and the support of one of the US major aerospace companies.

They can even learn about controlling space craft as part of their curriculum and recently held a three day "hackathon" for students to design instruments to go on drones and balloons.

Edited January 31, 201511 yr by crobe

A rather strange concern from science teachers , never heard of this being a problem from the science fraternity in the western news, generally they are either too busy teaching or arguing the case for more from the ever disappearing begging bowl , perhaps the Science teachers should engaged the students with more theory in the science lab instead of gallivanting about with drones , taking photo's of the new Sino China rail project.

Really ?

We estimate that 12% of an estimated $98 billion in cumulative global spending on aerial drones over the next decade will be for commercial purposes.

http://www.businessinsider.com/the-market-for-commercial-drones-2014-2

It is about learning a skill which can be applied. You do not attain skill sets by only sitting in a classroom and listening to an instructor drone on.

US Universities have active drone programs. The ban in Thailand will put them way behind the rest of the world. Once again, the iron fist is beating it's bearer silly

Indeed - you attain them by listening to an instructor on drone.

Understandable concern. Without drones, most of their classrooms would be empty.

Question:

If drones are RC ( radio controlled ) can't sensitive areas be protected from drones with cameras by jamming the frequencies used to control the drones?

Apparently in Texas they just use shotguns, cheaper, easier and more fun.

My employer in Australia invested 100k in a drone, for filming coal mining blasting. If there is enough work for them they will pay for themselves very quickly. To think what it would cost to take the aerial photos and film using a helicopter or light plane, compared to a drone.

I think they are the way of the future and should be explored and regulated but not banned.

A rather strange concern from science teachers , never heard of this being a problem from the science fraternity in the western news, generally they are either too busy teaching or arguing the case for more from the ever disappearing begging bowl , perhaps the Science teachers should engaged the students with more theory in the science lab instead of gallivanting about with drones , taking photo's of the new Sino China rail project.

A simple Google search would show you that drones are incredible teaching and scientific tools.