Prohibition of flying over people and vehicles

Verified from official sources
Arrêté 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