Prohibition on flying while distracted
Verified from official sourcesMaking 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