Mandatory Insurance for Non-Recreational Drones Under 20kg

In plain language

If you use a drone under 20kg for any reason other than pure fun (such as getting paid for photos/videos, or using it for work on a farm or estate), you must have third-party liability insurance.

Requirement as structured

You must have third party liability insurance if you fly a drone or model aircraft weighing less than 20kg for any reason other than fun, recreation, sport, or a hobby.

Original regulatory text

If you fly for any other reason, you must have third party liability insurance. For example, you must have insurance if you: - get paid to take pictures or record video or carry out surveys - use your drone for work, such as on a farm, park or estate

Applies when

country

United Kingdom

operation

non-recreational

max mtom kg

20

regulatory category

General