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International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology, 2025, 7(2); doi: 10.25236/IJFS.2025.070208.

Research on Tort Liability Regulation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Logistics Distribution

Author(s)

Haipeng Mo1, 2, Shurui Xiao1, 2

Corresponding Author:
Haipeng Mo
Affiliation(s)

1 Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, 571126, China

2 Hainan Guangzhe Law Firm, Haikou, 571126, China


Abstract

With the rapid development of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, its application in logistics distribution is gradually rising, but the lag of the relevant legal system leads to many problems in tort liability determination, licensing system and regulatory mechanism. This paper analyzes the infringement problems in UAV logistics distribution, including the legal blank of tort liability identification, the unclear definition of the subject of liability and the unclear attribution of the type of infringement. At the current stage, the lack of a unified licensing system and regulatory mechanism for UAV logistics distribution leads to the uncoordinated and inefficient development of the industry. We can provide legal protection for the healthy development of UAV logistics distribution by building a unified industry standard system, strengthening supervision and management mechanism and improving relevant laws and regulations.

Keywords

UAV Logistics, Tort Liability, Legal Regulation, Licensing System

Cite This Paper

Haipeng Mo, Shurui Xiao. Research on Tort Liability Regulation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Logistics Distribution. International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology(2025), Vol. 7, Issue 2: 52-58. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJFS.2025.070208.

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