Walking on the eastern edge of Ross on Wye we became aware of a low flying, noisy helicopter hidden behind a row of trees. As it rose above them its yellow colour and manner of flight - hovering round an area then moving on to hover again - became apparent. It was one of a fleet of five Airbus 135s that are used to check the pylons and electricity distribution wires across the region. We've seen these before, and as it slowly went on its way I wondered how long it would be before quieter, semi-automatic drones took over this potentially dangerous job.
photo © T. Boughen Camera: Nikon P900
