UAS Restricted Geographical Zone (URG) Restrictions

Verified from official sources
Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

Flying in a UAS Restricted Geographical Zone (URG) is generally prohibited unless you obtain a special exception approval through official airspace management procedures.

Requirement as structured

UAS operations in a UAS Restricted Geographical Zone (URG) are conditionally prohibited and require an exceptional approval in accordance with established Airspace Management (ASM) procedures.

Original regulatory text

UAS Restricted Geographical Zone – URG: a part of airspace above a geographical zone determined by a competent body that is conditionally prohibited for UAS operations, but not for other aircraft and flight activities. UAS flight activities in this zone can be approved as an exception, in line with the laid down ASM procedures.