No-Fly Zones

Great Barrier Reef Drone Laws 2025: Permits, No‑Fly Zones & Huge Fines Exposed

Overview: Flying Drones in a Protected Paradise The Great Barrier Reef is a World Heritage marine park with unique regulations to safeguard its wildlife and natural beauty. Flying a drone here means following two layers of laws: the standard Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules that apply Australia-wide, and environmental rules set by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) and Queensland authorities for the reef and islands. In practice, this means hobbyist drone pilots and professional operators alike must be extra mindful. Below we break down the key requirements for recreational flyers, commercial and research operators, the needed

17 September 2025

Machu Picchu Drone Ban: The Shocking Truth About No-Fly Rules in 2025

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10 September 2025

Drones · Machu Picchu · Regulations · Technology · Travel

Krakow Drone Laws 2025 – New Rules, No-Fly Zones & What You Must Know Before You Fly

Key Facts: Krakow Drone Regulations 2025 EU & Polish Regulatory Framework Overview Unified EU Rules: Poland has adopted the European Union Drone Regulations as of December 31, 2020, aligning with EU-wide laws ts2.tech. These rules (EASA regulations 2019/945 and 2019/947) classify drone operations by risk level instead of by purpose ts2.tech. All drone flights fall into one of three categories: Recreational vs Commercial: Notably, Poland no longer differentiates between recreational and commercial drone use in the rules ts2.tech. All pilots are held to the same standards based on the operation’s risk category. In the past, a commercial operator needed a

8 September 2025

Drones · Krakow · Laws · Regulations · Technology

Flying a Drone in Nice, France: 2025 Laws, No-Fly Zones & Surprising Rules Revealed

Key Facts for Flying Drones in Nice, France Overview of France’s National Drone Laws France’s drone laws are part of a unified EU framework (implemented by the DGAC in France), designed to ensure safety, security, and privacy ts2.tech. All drones are categorized by weight and capabilities (classes C0 through C4), and operations are classified by risk into Open, Specific, or Certified categories ts2.tech. Most tourist and hobby flights fall into the “Open” category, which is for low-risk operations with drones under 25 kg. Within the Open category, there are further subcategories (A1, A2, A3) that dictate how close you can fly

4 September 2025

Drones · France · Regulations · Technology · Travel

Drone Laws in Warsaw, Poland (2025) – New Rules, No‑Fly Zones, and Massive Fines Revealed

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 fun or for business in Warsaw, the same core rules apply – what matters is the drone’s weight and how/where you fly ts2.tech. Three categories of operations are defined by EASA: Warsaw pilots predominantly will operate under the Open category for both recreational and standard

31 August 2025

Drones · Law · Poland · Regulations · Technology

Bali Drone Laws 2025: Ultimate Guide to Permits, No-Fly Zones, and Avoiding Huge Fines

The maximum legal drone altitude in Bali is 150 meters above ground, and flying higher requires explicit permission from the DGCA. All drones must be registered with the DGCA via the SIPUDI online system, with a registration certificate valid for 3 years and the drone labeled with its unique registration number. A Remote Pilot License (RPL) is required for any commercial or professional drone use, with training, a written exam, and a flight test, and the license is typically valid for 2–3 years. For recreational use (Category 1), drones under 2 kg require no permit, while drones over 2 kg

27 August 2025

Bali · Drones · Laws · Safety · Travel Tips

Vancouver Drone Laws 2024–2025: New Rules, No‑Fly Zones, and How to Avoid Hefty Fines

Drones weighing 250 g to 25 kg must be registered and operated by a licensed pilot under Transport Canada rules, while micro drones under 250 g are exempt from registration and licensing. The City of Vancouver Park Board bylaws prohibit taking off or landing a drone in city parks, beaches, and green spaces without permission, and no public parks are currently designated for drone use (examples include Stanley Park, Kitsilano Beach, and Queen Elizabeth Park). In 2025, the Metro Vancouver Regional District updated bylaws to forbid drone take-off or landing in regional parks without a park permit, covering sites like

24 August 2025

Drones · Law · Regulations · Safety · Vancouver

Montreal Drone Laws 2025: New Restrictions, No-Fly Zones & Shocking Fines

Montreal bans recreational drones in all city parks, with takeoff, landing, or flight in parks prohibited without special permission. The Old Port of Montreal prohibits drone use on its site unless authorized by the Corporation, so flying around Old Montreal/Old Port requires permission. Olympic Park bans drones on its grounds at all times unless you have written authorization from Parc Olympique administration. Montreal city property requires authorization for any drone takeoff or landing, making launches from sidewalks or public squares potentially unlawful without permission. Canada’s national parks are no‑fly zones, and drones cannot take off or land inside Parks Canada

23 August 2025

Drones · Fines · Law · Montreal · Regulations

Kyiv’s Drone Law Crackdown: 2025 Guide to Permits, No‑Fly Zones & Wartime Rules

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 for civilian UAV operators in Ukraine. Ukraine currently has no Remote ID requirement for drones. The general maximum altitude is 120 meters above ground, but 50 meters in controlled or sensitive airspace near airports or special zones. Drones must be kept in visual line of

18 August 2025

Drones · Law · Regulations · Technology · Ukraine

No-Fly Seoul? Breaking Down South Korea’s Strict 2025 Drone Laws

The drone regulatory framework in Seoul is led by MOLIT with KOCA as the aviation regulator, KOTSA handling the Drone One-Stop registration portal, and the Ministry of National Defense plus the Capital Defense Command overseeing security-sensitive airspace. Drones over 250 grams must be registered in Korea, a threshold lowered from 2 kg in 2021, while micro drones at 250 g or less are largely exempt from registration but must still follow safety rules. Insurance is mandatory for registered drones, with a minimum liability coverage of ₩150 million KRW. Pilot licensing is weight-based, with no license for micro drones ≤250 g,

15 August 2025

Drones · Laws · Regulations · South Korea · Technology

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

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

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