Proposal for a prototype of an interactive map for the safe operation of RPAS in Honduras

Abstract

With this research, a first approach is made to a prototype of an interactive map fed with official information, of the spaces not authorized for the operation of RPAS, in accordance with the mandatory Circular COC-ATL-002-2018. Methodologically, there were three phases of work: first a bibliographic review and the related web pages were made, then the spaces indicated by the aforementioned COC were categorized and located, making use of geolocation tools available online; in a third moment, a geospatial database was raised using open access tools. The visible results of this research include, 1) the elaboration of a first categorization of spaces with restrictions for the operation of RPAS in Honduras according to the aforementioned circular; 2) a validation of the information available in the publication of aeronautical information on 131 national aerodromes; 3) the first approach to a web map prototype for the safe operation of RPAS in Honduras. The research conclusions confirm the importance of having an interactive map of friendly design in the country that indicates the places where the safe operation of RPAS is allowed, in which places this operation is allowed with restrictions and in which it is prohibited; The need for a second phase of research in which field visits are made and information that is difficult to access or that requires specialized georeferencing criteria is also concluded.