A recent study published by Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers outlines growth projections and safety trends in the drone technology sector, with a specific focus on anti-collision systems. The report highlights a growing emphasis on integrated safety features in response to regulatory pressure and public concern following more than 4,250 drone-related injuries recorded between 2015 and 2020.
The study estimates that the global market for anti-collision drone technology will expand from $1.5 billion in 2022 to $4.7 billion by 2030. This growth is attributed to the adoption of technologies such as collision avoidance sensors, geofencing systems, artificial intelligence for navigation, and automated emergency response mechanisms.
Commercial applications in agriculture, construction, logistics, and surveillance are driving demand, with manufacturers increasingly incorporating these systems into drone designs. Among the findings, collision avoidance systems—now standard in many commercial drones—have been shown to reduce mid-air crash risk by up to 80% in controlled environments. Geofencing capabilities assist in maintaining compliance with airspace restrictions, particularly in urban areas, while AI-based systems allow drones to adjust their flight paths autonomously in real-time.
The report also identifies multirotor drones as being involved in 70% of all recorded drone crashes, with lacerations and head trauma among the most common injuries. Legal and financial risks associated with drone accidents are also rising, including lawsuits and penalties from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The study presents a segmented analysis of the safety technology market, forecasting annual growth rates between 15% and 19% across key categories. AI navigation and path planning technologies are projected to experience the highest growth, with an anticipated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% through 2030.
The findings suggest that safety technologies are becoming integral not only to regulatory compliance and injury prevention but also to commercial differentiation in the expanding drone industry.
Read the report here
