DRESDEN, 6 August 2026. The security incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport demonstrates that uncrewed aircraft systems now pose a tangible challenge to the protection of critical infrastructure. The discovery of a drone suspected of having been fitted with explosives underscores the importance of identifying and reporting potential threats at the earliest possible stage.
AirSpot creates a shared operational picture
Against this backdrop, Civitas Europe has announced the upcoming launch of AirSpot. Now in the final stage of development, the platform is designed to give members of the public, businesses, security services and public authorities a fast, straightforward way to report suspicious drone activity.
AirSpot will capture sightings at an early stage, map them geographically and bring the information together in a shared operational picture. This can help reveal unusual activity sooner and alert the relevant organisations earlier.
“The events in Leipzig show that we cannot wait until emergency services are already on the scene before taking notice of drones. Security starts with information. The earlier suspicious activity is identified and reported, the better public authorities and critical-infrastructure operators can respond.”
Complementing existing security measures
AirSpot is not intended to replace existing counter-drone systems. Instead, it complements established security measures with a digital reporting and situational-awareness system that structures and consolidates information from the public, businesses and security organisations.
Through AirSpot, Civitas Europe aims to strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure, public events, industrial sites and other sensitive facilities. The platform will be made available shortly through an early-access programme.
Join the AirSpot waitlist
Prospective users can follow the product from launch: Learn more about AirSpot and join the waitlist now.
About Civitas Europe
Civitas Europe develops modern software for police forces, security authorities and operators of critical infrastructure. Its AI-enabled technologies help organisations assess information faster, build operational pictures and improve operational decision-making. The company’s long-term objective is to strengthen Europe’s digital sovereignty in public security.