Keith Bennett

About Keith Bennett

Keith is a serving Police Sergeant with 29yrs experience in front line policing.

As Flight Safety Manager/Chief Pilot for West Midlands Police Drones he oversees development, guidance and support for 50+ Emergency Service Pilots.

Keith is an experienced UAV pilot (GVC) and has operated in some of the most challenging environments. He has completed the Level 5 Award for Commercial Drone Chief Pilots (RQF).

Keith is a nationally accredited Counter UAS/Drone operator, trainer and tactical advisor.

Keith''s experience extends into working collaboratively with other organisations, he is currently working alongside the NPCC to develop counter UAV solutions and training.

Keith is also working with industry, academia and NPAS to explore emergency service #BVLOS opportunities as an alternative to conventional manned aircraft.

In 2021 Keith supported the Home Office, consulting on the National Police Drone Landscape Review