Queensland Police’s PolAir chief pilot talks drones

written by Chris Frame | September 30, 2019

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Sergeant Rob Whittle is chief pilot at Queensland Police's PolAir. (Queensland Police)
Sergeant Rob Whittle is chief pilot at Queensland Police’s PolAir. (Queensland Police)

Acting Sergeant Chief Pilot (RPAS) Rob Whittle has one of Queensland Police’s most unique roles. As Chief Pilot at PolAir, Whittle is in command of the service’s fleet of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) – better known as drones.

Sergeant Whittle’s aviation career started in 1995 when he learnt to fly while working in oil analysis. Gaining his pilots license, Whittle moved quickly to complete his instructor rating; opening doors to the young aviator.

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Comments (2)

  • John

    says:

    Thanks for your insights into this vital service.

  • Richard

    says:

    Thank you POLAIR for keeping us safe!

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