Structural Strength and Damage-Minimizing Shape

Verified from official sources
Article 236-15Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

The drone must have a strong structure and a physical shape designed to minimize injury or damage to people and property if an impact occurs.

Requirement as structured

The structure of an unmanned aircraft must possess sufficient strength and be shaped to minimize damage to people and property on land or water.

Original regulatory text

無人航空機の構造は、十分な強度を有し、地上及び水上の人及び物件に与える損害を最小限度にとどめる形状であること。