Operations near uncontrolled aerodromes

In plain language

To fly within 4 km of an uncontrolled airfield, you must have the airfield operator's agreement, use a visual observer, and stay below 400 feet.

Requirement as structured

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

Original regulatory text

a person must not operate a remotely piloted aircraft or a free flight model 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, responsible for providing additional situational awareness and alerting the pilot to any approaching aircraft; and (B) the aircraft is not operated at a height of more than 400 feet above ground level unless the operator has been approved by the Director to operate the aircraft above 400 feet above ground level.

Applies when

max altitude m

121.92