Three-day drone showcase in Rome

(ANSA) - Rome, May 29 - Rome is hosting Europe's largest drone event starting Friday at a satellite airport, media announced.
    "The future of aviation is in drones, the pioneers of today are like the Wright brothers a century ago," event organizer Luciano Castro said.
    The three-day Rome Drone 2015 event showcases 60 exhibitors and 200 drones, including Red Cross relief drones, police and military drones, and 50 drones made by children, who will fly together as a group. Drones are increasingly being used in agriculture, archaeology, journalism, and other fields "We are certain of the importance of the growth of the drone industry, not only for its applications but also for its potential as a job creator," Senate Deputy Speaker Valeria Fedeli said.