Trends in State Support of Drone Aircraft Industry

The article deals with the development of drone aircraft industry, which is based on a number of fundamental economic and legal theories. Economic theories substantiate the necessity of state support stimulating innovation and protection of national markets, while theories of state and law provide legal base for safe and legal use of drone aircrafts. All together these theoretical approaches form the integral basis for efficient regulation and sustainable development of industry. In Russia the drone aircraft sphere is developing with considerable state support. In response to growing demand for drones in different sectors, such as transport, logistics, agriculture and defense the government take steps aimed at stimulation of production and introduction of drone technologies. Economic theories provide ideas how state and private sector could develop drone aircraft efficiently. They include concepts of state interference, competitive advantage, innovation and economy on scale. Clear understanding of economic aspects of investing in drone aircraft, the role of state grants and other types of support is important for estimating the potential of this industry and its economic impact. The development of drone aircraft systems can both strengthen defense possibilities and stimulate economic growth by creating new jobs and professional trends.