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Flight Limits and NO-Fly Zones
All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and
regulatory agencies including CASA and ICAO. In Australia, there are two major types of airspace:
controlled, and uncontrolled. Controlled airspace in Australia is actively monitored and managed by air
traffic controllers.
Uncontrolled Airspace
You must carry and use a radio if you are flying at or in the vicinity of a certified, registered or military
aerodrome that is non-controlled. Carriage and use of radio reduces the risk of mid-air collisions by
maximizing separation at aerodromes without air traffic control services. These procedures are enshrined in
Civil Aviation Regulations 166, A-E and supporting Civil Aviation Advisory Publications, CAAPs 166-1 and
166-2.
Controlled Airspace
CASR Part 101 (101.080) requires permission from air traffic control these applications will be assessed by
Airservices and if approved, permission is granted to the RPAS operator via CASA. All applications for
operations within 3NM of a controlled aerodrome or above 400FT within controlled airspace must be
forwarded to the CASA RPAS Office in the first instance. Visit ‘Flying drones/remotely piloted aircraft in
Australia’ (www.casa.gov.au) for more information.
Airservices may approve commercial operations for UAS operations within 3NM (5.5KM) of the movement
area of a controlled aerodrome. Some applications are unable to be approved due to the nature of the
operation and/or proximity to the aerodrome. Where approved, the RPAS operation may be subject to
restrictions of, but not limited to, geographic lateral limits, vertical (altitude) limits, a specific time block and
specific communication requirements.