1. Who We Are

Speedee AerialWorks is a professional UAV inspection and aerial support service based in Wyke, Bradford BD12 8QB, Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

We provide:

  • Industrial drone inspections

  • Thermal aerial diagnostics

  • Infrastructure surveys

  • Aerial incident support services

We act as an independent aerial data acquisition service provider.

Contact Details:
Email: contact@speedeeaerialworks.co.uk
Phone: 07454602043

2. Nature of Our Services

Speedee AerialWorks provides aerial imaging, thermal data capture, and live visual transmission services.

We:

  • Operate UAV equipment

  • Capture and/or transmit visual and thermal imagery

  • Provide observational and situational awareness support

We do not:

  • Make operational, security, enforcement, or emergency decisions

  • Direct security personnel

  • Provide policing services

  • Exercise authority over client sites

All decisions, actions, and responses based on transmitted imagery remain solely the responsibility of the client or appointed site authority.

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

• Name and contact details (email, phone number)
• Billing and payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)
• Site location details supplied for service delivery
• Communication records (emails, enquiries, call notes)
• Website usage data via cookies and analytics tools

In the course of drone operations, visual or thermal imagery may be captured depending on client instruction and operational necessity.

4. Operational Imaging & Data Handling

Depending on client requirements and site risk classification:

A. Live Transmission Only (No Recording)

For high-risk or sensitive sites, we may operate on a live-view basis only.
In such cases:

  • No imagery is stored by us.

  • No recording is retained.

  • Observations are communicated verbally.

B. Recorded Operations

Where recording is required:

  • Imagery is captured solely for the contracted purpose.

  • The client is the Data Controller for operational imagery.

  • Speedee AerialWorks acts as a Data Processor where applicable.

Upon request:

  • The original memory card or secure digital copy may be transferred to the client following flight completion.

  • Once transferred, responsibility for storage, review, retention, and use lies solely with the client.

We do not analyse, interpret, or make judgments on captured imagery beyond basic observational communication during flight operations.

5. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

• Process bookings and service agreements
• Respond to enquiries
• Issue invoices and confirmations
• Maintain business records
• Improve website functionality (via anonymised analytics)
• Comply with regulatory and legal obligations

We do not sell personal data.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process data under:

• Contractual necessity
• Legitimate interests
• Legal obligation
• Consent (where required)

Operational imagery processing is conducted under contractual necessity and legitimate interests relating to site safety and inspection services.

7. Data Sharing

We may share data only where necessary with:

• Website and hosting providers
• Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)
• Professional advisers (accountants, legal)
• Regulatory authorities where legally required

We do not share operational imagery with third parties unless instructed by the client or legally required.

8. Data Retention

• Financial records: 7 years (HMRC compliance)
• Enquiry communications: up to 2 years
• Operational imagery: retained only as contractually agreed or transferred to client

Where imagery is transferred to the client, retention responsibility transfers immediately.

9. Limitation of Responsibility Regarding Operational Use

Speedee AerialWorks provides aerial observation and data transmission services only.

We are not responsible for:

  • Actions taken by clients or third parties based on transmitted imagery

  • Operational decisions made during or after deployment

  • Security responses, enforcement actions, or site management decisions

All operational command, decision-making, and legal compliance for site activity remains the responsibility of the contracting client.

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards including:

• Encrypted data transmission where applicable
• Secure storage devices
• Access control procedures
• Insured and certified flight operations

11. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, individuals have the right to:

• Access personal data
• Request correction
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability

Requests may be submitted via contact@speedeeaerialworks.co.uk.

12. Regulatory Compliance

All drone operations are conducted in accordance with:

• UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations
• Operational authorisations where required
• Risk assessments and RAMS documentation
• Applicable UK data protection law

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.

14. Complaints

If you are dissatisfied with how your data is handled, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

www.ico.org.uk
Telephone: 0303 123 1113