Permits for National Parks and Forest Reserves

In plain language

Many national parks and commercial forests require you to apply for a permit before you can fly. Always check local state or territory rules before taking off.

Requirement as structured

CASA states that pilots must check state or territory laws and apply for a permit before operating drones in national parks, forest reserves, or commercial forests.

Original regulatory text

To protect animal and plant life and visitors, many states and territories have rules about using drones in national parks and forest reserves. In many parks and reserves, you must apply to fly. For safety reasons, a permit is often required for drone use in commercial forests.