Police are appealing for information after a drone flying in West Lothian was spotted near a flight path for Edinburgh Airport.
Between 7pm and 7.30pm yesterday evening (May 6) several inbound flights reported seeing the drone flying at various heights.
Police believe the drone was somewhere in the Polbeth or East Livingston area, and inquiries are ongoing to trace the person controlling it.
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Inspector David Fyvie, based at Edinburgh Airport, said: “At this time we are still trying to establish if the drone has entered restricted airspace and whether any offences have been committed.
“However, as aircraft spotted this device on their descent, we must conduct a thorough investigation and I would urge anyone who can assist with these inquiries to come forward.
“I’d would also like to remind drone pilots of the importance of responsible flying, particularly around airports and the inbound and outbound flight paths.
“If you have any questions about how and where to fly a drone safely, please contact the Civil Aviation Authority.”
Those with information relating to these incidents can contact the Edinburgh Airport policing team on 101, quoting incident number 3266 of May 6.
