Key Facts: Johannesburg Drone Law at a Glance South Africa’s National Drone Law Framework (SACAA Regulations) Legal Authority: Drone operations in Johannesburg (and all of South Africa) are governed by national law administered by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA). Drones are classified as “Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA)” under the Civil Aviation Act and…
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Key Facts Poland’s Drone Laws Overview (Applicable in Warsaw) Poland’s drone regulations combine EU-wide rules with specific national requirements. Since 31 December 2020, Poland has adopted the common EASA framework (EU Regulations 2019/947 and 2019/945) ts2.tech. These rules categorize operations by risk level instead of hobby vs. commercial purpose. In essence, whether you’re flying for…
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Chile’s DGAC requires virtually all drones used in Santiago’s populated areas to be registered, with a 12-month registration card that must be carried while flying and renewed annually. The 2024 DAN 151 revision extends to all drone operations over urban areas, introducing the Certificado Especial de Operación (CEO) or an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for…
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Recreational drones weighing 20 kg or less are exempt from state registration and do not require a pilot license in Ukraine. Commercial drones, regardless of weight, must be entered in the State Register of Civil Aircraft and require an operator certificate and a certificate of airworthiness. There is no dedicated drone pilot license or exam…
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