Inert Gas Requirement for Aerostats

Verified from official sources
Arrêté du 3 décembre 2020, annexe, point 2.3Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

If you are operating an aerostat (such as a balloon or airship) in France, you are only permitted to use inert gases (for example, helium). The use of non-inert or flammable gases (such as hydrogen) is prohibited.

Requirement as structured

Only the use of inert gas is authorized for aerostats.

Original regulatory text

Seul l'usage de gaz inerte est autorisé pour les aérostats.

Applies when

country
France
regulatory category
General