UAS Operations near Airfields without Airfield Zones (Category 2)
Verified from official sources§ 18b Z 2Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026
In plain language
Flying a drone near airfields that do not have designated airfield zones (Category 2) is only allowed if you follow the specific safety conditions outlined in § 18 Abs. 5 of the Austrian Air Traffic Rules.
Requirement as structured
UAS operations in areas near airfields without airfield zones (Category 2) must comply with the conditions specified in § 18 Abs. 5.
Original regulatory text
2. Gebiete bei Flugplätzen ohne Flugplatzzonen gemäß Anhang E Teil B, in welchen der Betrieb von unbemannten Luftfahrzeugen nach den in § 18 Abs. 5 festgelegten Bedingungen zulässig ist (Kategorie 2)