Uncontrolled Aerodrome Operating Conditions

In plain language

To fly within 4 km of an uncontrolled airfield, you must have an agreement with the airfield operator, use a visual observer to watch for other aircraft, and stay below 400 feet.

Requirement as structured

A person must not operate a remotely piloted aircraft within 4 km of an uncontrolled aerodrome unless the operation is agreed with the aerodrome operator, an observer is present to maintain situational awareness, and the aircraft does not exceed 400 feet AGL.

Original regulatory text

For the purposes of rule 101.205, a person must not operate a remotely piloted aircraft... on or within 4 km from the boundary of - ... (3) an uncontrolled aerodrome, unless - (i) the operation is undertaken in accordance with an agreement with the aerodrome operator; and... (iii) for a remotely piloted aircraft - (A) each pilot has an observer in attendance while the aircraft is in flight... and (B) the aircraft is not operated at a height of more than 400 feet above ground level

Applies when

operation

VLOS

max altitude m

121.92