Abstract
In recent years, drones have become increasingly prevalent in disaster prevention efforts in Japan, particularly in areas affected by earthquakes, tsunamis, and landslides. These areas are often inaccessible to humans immediately following a disaster. Drones offer the advantage of quickly obtaining aerial information, which has led to an increase in their usage. During disasters, prompt assessment of affected areas and efficient rescue operations are eminent. However, although Japan has widely adopted drones for disaster response, Indonesia, a country also frequently affected by disasters, has not developed operational methods＋. Furthermore, there is limited systematic research or discourse regarding drone operations in disaster contexts in Indonesia. In Japan, there is also no established, systematic approach to operating drones during disasters. Instead, discussions primarily focus on various operational methods and new technologies. Therefore, it is essential to introduce a systematically developed disaster drone operation method in Indonesia and demonstrate its effectiveness. This study aims to develop such a method and investigate its effectiveness when implemented in Indonesia. Results of the investigation revealed that participants in drone operation courses and disaster prevention drills recognized the necessity of utilizing drones during disasters and expressed high expectations for the proposed operational method. These results indicate the effectiveness of the developed drone operation method for disaster scenarios. Moreover, the newly developed method is considered effective, efficient, and reliable for utilizing drones in disaster response. However, concerns were raised about the proficiency of drone operations and coordination with relevant agencies, which will need to be addressed in the future. To prepare for future large-scale disasters, it is crucial to focus on training personnel and conducting pre-disaster coordination. These discussions are vital for establishing an effective disaster prevention and reduction environment in both Japan and Indonesia. Through mutual cooperation, these issues can be resolved, thereby enhancing disaster prevention and reduction efforts.
