Prohibition of flying over people and vehicles
Verified from official sourcesArrêté du 19 avril 2019, annexe, point 1Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026
In plain language
You must never fly your drone directly over people or vehicles. Ensure your flight path avoids them entirely to prevent any risk of injury or damage.
Requirement as structured
Remote pilots must not fly their unmanned aircraft over people or nearby vehicles.
Original regulatory text
J'utilise mon aéronef sans équipage à bord en veillant à ne pas mettre en danger les personnes et les véhicules à proximité. Je ne les survole pas
Applies when
- country
- France
- regulatory category
- General