Prohibition of Autonomous Operations
Verified from official sourcesArrêté du 3 décembre 2020, annexe, point 1.3Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026
In plain language
You cannot operate any aircraft autonomously unless it is a tethered balloon (aérostat captif).
Requirement as structured
Autonomous operation of an aircraft is prohibited, except for tethered balloons.
Original regulatory text
A l'exception des aérostats captifs, l'exploitation autonome d'un aéronef est interdite.
Applies when
- country
- France
- regulatory category
- Specific