There are rules in place to keep you and others safe, on the ground and in the air.
The drone safety rules, also known as the standard operating conditions, apply to all types of drones and remote-controlled aircraft.
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There are rules in place to keep you and others safe, on the ground and in the air.
The drone safety rules, also known as the standard operating conditions, apply to all types of drones and remote-controlled aircraft.
You must:
You must not fly your drone:
You may operate your drone within 5.5 km of a non-controlled airport or helicopter landing site if:
We classify drones, also known as model aircraft or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA), by size and type.
The drone safety rules simplify the regulations from the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations Part 101.
The Part 101 Plain English guide for Micro and Excluded Category RPA also captures the foundational drone safety rules. It is primarily intended for micro and excluded drone operators. However, it is expected all drone users will find it useful.
You should also read the latest Advisory Circulars to make sure you're following all the rules that apply to you.
You can apply for additional flight authorisations for:
Application fees and processing timeframes apply.
If you’re flying for sport or recreation, you don’t need a remote pilot licence (RePL). If the drone or model aircraft weighs more than 25 kg, you’ll need to apply for an approval to fly.
If you’re flying for work or for your employer, you must have either:
There is no age limit to fly a drone for sport or recreation. To fly for work or for your employer, you must be 16 years or older to: