Aerial Photography Authorization

Verified from official sources
UAEX.030(b)Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

You cannot use cameras or other aerial photography equipment on your drone unless you have received prior security clearance from the GCAA or LAA.

Requirement as structured

The use of aerial photographic apparatus installed on a UA is prohibited without prior authorization from the Security Sector of the GCAA or LAA.

Original regulatory text

b) The use of aerial photographic apparatus installed on the UA shall not be permitted without a prior authorization from the Security Sector within the GCAA or LAA, as the case.

Applies when

operation regime
experimentation