Exemption of Unmanned Flying Devices from Rescue Support Equipment Requirements

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Article 309Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

Drones and other unmanned flying devices are not required to carry emergency rescue equipment, tracking devices, first-aid kits, or radio communication gear that are otherwise mandatory for certain manned ultralight aircraft.

Requirement as structured

Unmanned flying devices (무인비행장치) are exempt from the obligation to carry rescue support equipment (구조지원 장비 등) under Article 128 of the Act.

Original regulatory text

② 법 제128조 단서에서 "무인비행장치 등 국토교통부령으로 정하는 초경량비행장치"란 다음 각 호의 어느 하나에 해당하는 초경량비행장치를 말한다. 1. 동력을 이용하지 아니하는 비행장치 2. 계류식 기구 3. 동력패러글라이더 4. 무인비행장치