Application requirements for flying close to people

In plain language

If you want to fly closer than 30m to people without their consent, or closer than 15m with consent, you must hold a ReOC and apply to CASA using their multi-purpose form.

Requirement as structured

CASA requires applicants seeking approval to fly within 30 metres of a person without consent, or closer than 15 metres with consent, to hold a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate (ReOC) and submit the RPAS multi-purpose form.

Original regulatory text

To operate within 30 m of a person without consent, or closer than 15 m to a person with consent, you must get a CASA: approval to fly near people... Before you apply you must have a remotely piloted aircraft operator’s certificate (ReOC). Download and complete the relevant sections of the following form: RPAS multi-purpose form