Managing general agent Moonrock Drone Insurance has launched a new product that covers hobbyists and recreational drone operators. It covers drone equipment up to £15,000 and also offers public liability insurance up to £1m. Capacity for the product comes from insurer Hiscox.

Simon Ritterband, founder and MD of Moonrock, said: “We believe it is important to offer insurance to hobby drone pilots. The industry is becoming increasingly professionalised and it would be a shame if uninsured hobby pilots were to reflect poorly on the burgeoning commercial drone industry which is already highly regulated.

“We’re thrilled to bring affordable, easy-to-buy drone insurance to the thousands of hobby and recreational pilots in the UK. After two years of development and with the support of Hiscox, we’ve crafted a simple, user-friendly policy that gives drone enthusiasts the protection and peace of mind they need.”