Drone activity at HCA Airport increased again in 2025, underlining the continued demand for advanced drone testing and operations at UAS Denmark Test Center.
According to the annual activity overview, a total of 5,893 drone operations were carried out in 2025, representing a six percent increase compared to 2024. The growth was achieved despite a temporary one-week shutdown of Danish airspace in the autumn following suspected drone activity at several locations across the country.
The rising activity level reflects strong interest from both Danish and international companies seeking access to UAS Denmark Test Center’s test environment, which combines extensive BVLOS-capable airspace, airport infrastructure and operational experience with both unmanned and manned aviation.
The growing demand for drone operations and test facilities has also increased interest in the adjacent business park at HCA Airport. Following the four-hectare expansion completed last year, further expansion options are currently being explored to accommodate additional drone-related activities and companies.
While overall aircraft movements at the airport declined slightly in 2025, this was primarily due to fewer training and parachute flights, freeing up capacity for drone operations. This development supports the long-term ambition of strengthening drone testing, validation and integration, and of positioning UAS Denmark Test Center as a key hub for the development of advanced unmanned aviation technologies.