People asking drones for Christmas are being reminded to register their gadget with the Irish Aviation Authority and learn how to fly it safely.

The IAA has issued a number of safety guidelines for users, with sales expected to soar this year - especially on Black Friday tomorrow.

Over 6 thousand of the flying gadgets are registered with the Irish Aviation Authority and that number is expected rise.

The IAA has issued a number of safety tips for users including registering their device and learning how to use it safely.

Earlier this year, Aer Lingus claimed its aircraft had six near misses with drones in the space of twelve months.

Youtuber Riyadh Khalaf uses drones for his online videos and Adam Lester from Harvey Norman has some advice with Kim Buckley reporting: