Drones

Helsinki Drone Laws 2025: Ultimate Guide to Rules, Permits & No-Fly Zones

Finland adopted EU-wide EASA open category rules in 2021, applying them to Helsinki drone pilots. Recreational pilots must maintain visual line of sight (VLOS) at all times, with brief overflight of a person allowed only for sub-250g drones. The open category altitude limit is 120 meters above ground, with higher flights requiring Traficom permission. Drones over 25 kg are not allowed for leisure use. Drone operator registration with Traficom is mandatory if the drone weighs 250 g or more or has a camera, and one Operator ID covers all drones; registration typically costs about €30–€100 for 3–5 years. Minimum remote-pilot

10 August 2025

Israel’s Drone Laws in 2025 – Ultimate Guide to Regulations, Permits & No-Fly Zones

Recreational Drone Operator License is required for hobbyists in Israel, often called a “matayesen” or UAS operator certificate, with applicants as young as 12 and an online theory exam, and minors under 16 must fly under adult supervision. Drones over 250 grams must be registered with the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) in the online registry, carry an owner ID label, and pass a written knowledge test, with a registration fee around ₪30. Drones under 250 grams may be exempt from formal registration under upcoming rules, but any drone with a camera remains subject to Israel’s drone laws. The

9 August 2025

Drones · Israel · No-Fly Zones · Permits · Regulations

Belgium’s Drone Laws Revealed: 12 Essential Facts You Must Know (2025 Update)

Belgium has operated under the EU Drone Regulation since December 31, 2020, aligning national rules with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Enforcement is conducted by the Belgian Civil Aviation Authority (BCAA), part of the FPS Mobility and Transport (Federal Public Service Mobility and Transport). Drones are categorized by Open, Specific, and Certified categories, with the Open category limited to drones under 25 kg and operating in visual line of sight (VLOS). Open is subdivided into A1, A2, A3; A1 covers drones under 250 g (or C0/C1) or operations over people under strict limits; A2 allows sub-4 kg drones

8 August 2025

2025 · Belgium · Drones · Regulations · Technology

Drone Laws in Budapest: What You MUST Know Before You Fly

Hungary follows EU Regulations 2019/945 and 2019/947, applying the Open, Specific, and Certified categories, with Open flights limited to 120 m altitude, Visual Line of Sight, and no flights over large assemblies. Hungary requires national registration for virtually all drones above toy criteria, insurance is mandatory, and any flight within Budapest’s built-up area requires a special permit obtained well in advance. As of January 1, 2024, Remote ID is mandatory for most drones, with Specific-category drones and class-marked Open-category drones broadcasting the operator’s registration number. Drone registration is required for drones heavier than 120 g or with cameras or capable

7 August 2025

Budapest · Drone Laws · Drones · Safety Guidelines · Travel Tips

Drone Laws in Prague 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Safe & Legal Flying

The EU drone rules classify operations into Open, Specific, and Certified, with Open further divided into A1, A2, and A3 subcategories. In Prague, almost all areas lie within restricted airspace LKR9, requiring Specific category authorization for most flights. Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the downtown area fall under the no-fly LKP1 zone, with no drones allowed there unless extreme government clearance. Prague Airport’s CTR prohibits flights within 5.5 km of LKPR without ATC coordination and constrains flights inside CTR to 100 m AGL or below. The standard maximum altitude is 120 m AGL in the Czech Republic, with lower limits

6 August 2025

Drones · Legal Advice · Prague · Regulations · Safety Tips

Drone Laws in Stockholm 2025: Complete Guide to New Rules, Permits & No‑Fly Zones

Stockholm follows the EU Open, Specific and Certified drone categories, adopted by Sweden on January 1, 2021. Open Category Subcategory A1 (C0/C1) drones are typically under 900 g, or under 250 g for C0, and may fly in populated areas but must avoid flying directly over uninvolved people, with crowds strictly prohibited. Open Category Subcategory A2 (C2) drones up to about 4 kg may not fly over people and must maintain at least 50 meters from bystanders, or comply with the 1:1 rule in low-speed mode; an A2 certificate is required. Open Category Subcategory A3 (C3/C4) drones up to 25

5 August 2025

Drones · Laws · No-Fly Zones · Permits · Stock Market · Stockholm

The Ultimate 2025 Drone Showdown: DJI Mini 4 Pro vs Mavic 4 Pro vs Autel EVO Nano 3

DJI Mini 4 Pro uses a 1/1.3-inch 48 MP sensor, records 4K/60 HDR video with 10-bit color (D-Log M and HLG), and its gimbal can rotate 90° for true vertical shooting. DJI Mavic 4 Pro features a triple-camera Hasselblad system with a 4/3-inch main sensor delivering 100 MP stills and up to 6K/60 HDR video, plus 70 mm and 168 mm tele lenses with 4K/60 and Hasselblad Natural Color Solution. Autel EVO Nano 3 packs a 1/1.28-inch CMOS sensor (approx. 0.8″), 50 MP stills with an RYYB filter, and records up to 4K/30 at 100 Mbps, but video is 8-bit

3 August 2025

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New Zealand Drone Laws 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Safe & Legal Flying

New Zealand regards drones as aircraft, requiring compliance with Civil Aviation Rules Part 101 (up to 25 kg) and Part 102 (advanced operations). The Civil Aviation Act 2023 came into force on 5 April 2025, reaffirming drone pilots’ duties and enabling new rules like registration and Remote ID. Part 101 requires drones to weigh 25 kg or less, with 15–25 kg models needing inspection and approval by an authorized organization before use. Daylight-only flying is required under Part 101, with night operations allowed only under Part 102 with a special permit. Visual line of sight must be maintained at all

2 August 2025

Drones · Law · New Zealand · Safety · Technology

Philippines Drone Laws 2025: The Ultimate Guide (9 Key Things You Need to Know)

CAAP administers Philippine drone regulation under the PCAR, with Part 11 covering RPAS operations, Part 2 licensing, and Part 4 registration and marking. Drones weighing 7 kg or more must be registered with CAAP, while lighter drones under 7 kg are exempt unless used commercially. The Remote Pilot License (Controller Certificate) is required for commercial operations or heavy drones (≥7 kg) used recreationally, with training, a knowledge exam, a practical test, and a five-year certificate validity. An UAS Operator Certificate is required for commercial drone activities, and it is typically valid for three years. Special Flight Permits from CAAP are

1 August 2025

Drones · Guide · Law · Philippines · Technology

Vietnam’s 2025 Drone Law Overhaul: Ultimate Guide to New Rules, Permits & No-Fly Zones

As of mid-2025, Vietnam allows drones under 250 grams flown purely for fun without a permit, such as the DJI Mini series. All drone flights require a flight permit issued by the Ministry of National Defense, specifically the Department of Operations, with applications due at least 7 working days before the flight date. Vietnam does not require a general drone registration; permits are issued for each operation, though government drones may be exempt. Civilian drones must weigh under 12 kilograms, and the default altitude limit is 120 meters above ground level unless a permit specifies otherwise. No-fly zones include military

31 July 2025

Drones · Laws · Regulations · Technology · Vietnam

Austria’s 2025 Drone Laws: Strict Rules, No‑Fly Zones, and Steep Fines

Austro Control is Austria’s aviation regulator for unmanned aircraft, enforcing EU drone rules under the Austrian Aviation Act, with policy aligned to the EU framework since 2021. Austria follows the EU Open, Specific, and Certified categories, with the Open category limited to drones under 25 kg flown in visual line of sight at up to 120 meters, and subdivided into A1, A2, and A3. Drone operator registration is mandatory through the Dronespace platform—costing about €31.20 and valid for three years—while drones under 250 g with no camera are exempt. Remote pilots must obtain a competency certificate through Austro Control’s Dronespace,

30 July 2025

Austria · Drones · Fines · Laws · No-Fly Zones

Don’t Fly Your Drone in Madrid Until You Read These 11 Critical Law Updates (2025)

Spain fully adopted the EU drone framework in 2021 (EU Regulations 2019/947 and 2019/945), eliminating the recreational vs professional distinction and regulating all flights by risk category. The Agencia Estatal de Seguridad Aérea (AESA) regulates drones nationwide; operator registration is mandatory for drones weighing 250g or more or with a camera, completed online with an operator ID affixed to the drone and controller. Drone operations in Spain are governed by three categories—Open, Specific, and Certified—with Open being low risk and not requiring prior authorization only under specific conditions, while Specific and Certified require permits or licenses. For Open-category pilots, the

29 July 2025

Drones · Law · Madrid · Safety · Travel

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