Operations near controlled aerodromes

Verified from official sources
2.3(a)(2)Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

If you are flying within 4 km of a controlled airport, you must get authorization from Air Traffic Control (ATC) first.

Requirement as structured

A person must not operate a remotely piloted aircraft on or within 4 km of a controlled aerodrome unless operated in accordance with an authorisation from the relevant Air Traffic Control (ATC) unit.

Original regulatory text

a person must not operate a remotely piloted aircraft or a free flight model aircraft on or within 4 km from the boundary of - ... (2) a controlled aerodrome, unless it is operated in accordance with authorisation from the relevant ATC unit;