Prohibition on flying while distracted

Verified from official sources
Making every flight safe (points 10 to 20) | UK Civil Aviation Authority (part 2)Version 1Effective -Verified 21 August 2026

In plain language

Do not attempt to fly your drone while driving a vehicle, messaging, or making phone calls.

Requirement as structured

You must not operate a drone or model aircraft while distracted by other activities such as driving, messaging, or making phone calls.

Original regulatory text

Do not fly while you could be distracted by another activity For example: - do not fly while driving, riding or operating a vehicle or bicycle - do not fly while messaging or making a phone call

Applies when

country
United Kingdom
regulatory category
General