Prohibition of Flight Over Public Space in Built-Up Areas
Verified from official sourcesArrêté du 19 avril 2019, annexe, point 4Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026
In plain language
In France, you are strictly forbidden from flying your drone over any public space (such as streets, parks, or public squares) within built-up areas.
Requirement as structured
You must not operate an unmanned aircraft over public spaces in built-up areas.
Original regulatory text
Je n'utilise en aucun cas mon aéronef sans équipage à bord au-dessus de l'espace public.
Applies when
- country
- France
- environment
- built-up areas
- regulatory category
- Open