Drone Port
What We Offer
FMCI’s Drone Port is Ireland’s first dedicated facility for testing and developing unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and innovative air mobility (IAM) solutions. Located adjacent to Shannon Airport, our drone testing facility supports BVLOS operations, U-space air traffic management trials, and real-time data capture for a wide range of applications. Use cases span from drone delivery and aerial inspections to medical logistics and urban air mobility.
As a connected drone ecosystem equipped for UTM integration, FMCI’s drone port is a launchpad for innovation in commercial drone operations and autonomous flight technologies. With scalable and mobile options, we provide a uniquely strategic environment for testing, integration, and deployment of UAV systems in real-world conditions.
DRONE PORT INFRASTRUCTURE
• Secure, fenced perimeter with dedicated take-off and landing zones
• Direct line of sight to Shannon Airport’s ATC tower
• Heated on-site office space with desks, seating, and sheltered observation area
• CCTV monitoring and controlled access
• Fiber and LoRaWAN connectivity for high-speed data transmission
• Strategic location adjacent to Shannon Airport and estuary for airspace integration
On-Site Office Unit
• Heated office equipped with workstations and seating
• Designed for operations teams, mission planning, and data review
• Located on-site for direct access to drone missions and real-time coordination
Advanced Drone Fleet
• DJI Mavic 2 Pro with 4K HDR video, adjustable aperture, 31min flight time
• DJI Matrice 300 RTK with AI features, 55min flight time, and 15km video transmission
• Interchangeable payloads including wide-angle, zoom, thermal cameras, and laser rangefinder
• Zenmuse P1 sensor for precision mapping and smart data capture
• Spare batteries for extended missions
