Have your say - policy proposal for drone operations over or near people

Drone operations vary in risk. The proposed policy aims to:

• reduce burden for lower risk operations
• focus effort on higher risk operations
• maintain strong safety outcomes for people on the ground
• better match rules to risk
• give clear guidance on when approvals are needed
• improve clarity and consistency.

Have your say

We’re seeking feedback from industry, drone users, and the community on:

• when drones 250 grams or less can operate over or near people without approval
• operations with barriers where separation reduces risk
• the updated approval framework for approvals over or near people.

Watch our video explaining the proposal and share your feedback via the Consultation hub by 31 May.