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When the Drone Circles Over Son Rutlan – Palma, Graffiti and the Night of Surveillance

Night Drones Over Son Rutlan in Palma

SFM uses night drones at Son Rutlan to deter graffiti and protect trains, but the surveillance raises privacy concerns.

Published: May 20, 2026
When the Drone Circles Over Son Rutlan – Palma, Graffiti and the Night of Surveillance

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Why are drones flying over Son Rutlan in Palma at night?

SFM says the night flights are meant to protect trains and depot facilities from graffiti and other vandalism. The drones use thermal cameras and loudspeakers to detect intruders and deter damage. The issue has become controversial because the surveillance can also affect people outside the depot area.

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