Harbin Builds Automated Drone Governance Network, Boosting Municipal Inspection Efficiency by 60 Percent

Harbin New Area has deployed a regional low-altitude drone network that has logged more than 2,800 safe flights, boosting municipal inspection and hazard resolution efficiency by 60 percent compared to traditional ground patrols, local officials announced Tuesday. The automated aerial governance system in China’s northeast has recorded over 400 flight hours across 7,000 kilometers, identifying and resolving more than 300 urban risks ranging from fire hazards and environmental violations to emergency logistics and agricultural oversight. To support the initiative, municipal authorities established Harbin New Area Low-Altitude Economy Operation and Development Co., Ltd. and published interim flight management guidelines. The district…