Policy Introduction
British authorities allow tourists to fly drones under Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations. The CAA has issued a series of regulations for drone flight operations, and some highlights of these regulations are listed below.
Fly Below the CAA’s Altitude Limit (120 m/400 ft)
Always Fly Within Line of Sight
Check the Local Aviation Authority's Website
Don’t Fly in Dangerous Areas
Don’t Fly Over Crowds and Urban Areas
Stay Away from Aircraft, Airports, and Airfields
Steps to follow as a new drone pilot
- Your drone must not weigh more than 20 kg. If your drone weighs between 7 and 20 kg, please check CAA’s website for additional rules. All DJI Consumer drones are less than 7kg.
- Keep 150 ft (50 m) away from people and property, unless you apply for special permission from the CAA.
- Keep 500 ft (150 m) away from crowds and built-up areas, unless you apply for special permission from the CAA.
- Applications for commercial use and FPV flight are necessary.
- Check local GEO zones before every flight.
- British overseas territories like Gibraltar and Cayman Islands have unique regulations. Check local rules before flying.
Read the local regulations and consult authorities if necessary before flying your drone.
Battery Transportation
Please read through your airline's battery transportation regulations when traveling with LiPo batteries.We've listed IATA safety and security regulations for battery transportation here for your reference, and most airlines’ regulations are similar to these.
Small Batteries
Medium Batteries
Large Batteries
*The rules above are just for your reference and subject to change. For specific and detailed regulations, visit your airline's website.
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