Frequently Asked Questions

No permits are required for the use of an unmanned aircraft (UA) for recreational purposes if ALL of the following conditions are met:

• Total mass of the UA is 25 kilograms or lower;
• The UA is flown at an altitude not exceeding 200 feet (approx. 60 metres) above mean sea level (AMSL);
• The UA is flown beyond 5 kilometres of a civilian aerodrome/military airbase and outside any restricted, danger, protected or prohibited areas; and
• The UA does not discharge any item or substance when flying.

For more details on requirements for permits, click here.

“Recreational purposes” refers to any pursuit or activity engaged in for enjoyment, relaxation or leisure, but not:

• a sporting activity that forms part of an organised group activity or organised competition or tournament (such as a flying display);
• a recreational activity provided by a business, or in the course of business.

Examples:

1. An individual flying an unmanned aircraft (UA) for fun.
2. An individual flying  a UA for aerial photography for personal collection.

Permits are not required for unmanned aircraft (UA) operations indoors only in the following circumstances:

• At a private residence; or
• At an experimental site in connection with the construction or testing of that unmanned aircraft.

You may download the OneMap app here and use it to find out whether your planned flying activity location falls within 5 kilometres of a civil aerodrome/military airbase, or if in protected, prohibited, restricted or danger areas.