122m max height
Register all drones
Don't fly near airports
Only line of sight
Dubai is an excellent destination for drone pilots and drone enthusiasts. Two public entities are involved in the drone registration process. General Civil Aviation Authority and Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) have strict laws for anyone flying drones. Both of the authorities can issue out permits.
Registrations slightly vary from emirate to emirate however, GCAA is trying to crack on any shops selling off drones as toys by exploiting the loopholes.
Yes, drones are legal in the UAE, but you need to follow some rules. First of all make sure to contact the officials regarding drone flight and check their site if you're a traveller.
Contact information
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)
Website: https://www.gcaa.gov.ae/en/pages/default.aspx
Contact +97142111626
The authority of the GCAA covers all areas in Dubai.
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
Website: https://www.dcaa.gov.ae/en/Pages/default.aspx
Contact +97147770599
Using the app My Drone Hub, you can identify the areas that are restricted to drone flight. It is mainly aimed at recreational drone users. The app also helps with:
You need a UAE mobile number to properly operate this app. Another online website that shows all the no-fly zones here.
For commercial use start by registering a company and its drones. Pursue a license and a permit so you can fly in restricted zones.
Perform a test on this link.
Start by filling out and completing the following form.
Here are the other attachments required:
In about 3 weeks there will be feedback on the position of your application.
The fine for not heeding the authority’s warning is anything from Dh2,000-
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The best way to figure out what areas you can fly in, while you're here is by consulting DJI offilicial map.
They do a great job mapping the places that one should avoid while flying in every country:
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