People have been warned not to fly drones in RAF Brize Norton's Flight Restriction Zone.

The airbase has reminded people it is illegal to fly any uncrewed aerial system (UAS) within the zone without permission from air traffic control or station operations.

This is to ensure the safety of their aircraft is not compromised by unregulated drone activity.

The station has asked the community to be vigilant and report any unusual activity, specifically drones, in the area.

It said in a post on social media: "Calling our local aviation enthusiast community.

"We encourage you to report anything unusual, specifically drone activity, within our Flight Restriction Zone.

"Within this area it's illegal to fly any UAS without permission."

RAF Brize Norton operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in support of UK foreign policy and NATO commitments worldwide.

It uses the base for training, both at night and in the day, but said it strives "to ensure that noise is kept to a minimum, especially in the quiet hours".

It also uses the base to practice low flying, something it described as "an essential skill for aircrew".

It does this in its control zone, but people can still make a complaint about low flying if they wish.

Information on how to do this, including what to include in the complaint and how to contact the station, can be found on its website.