Minimum Safe Distance from Persons and Objects
Verified from official sourcesUAD.015(f)(1)Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026
In plain language
You must keep your drone at least 50 meters away from people and any fixed or moving objects, unless you have special permission from the GCAA or local authority.
Requirement as structured
The UA Pilot must maintain a minimum safe distance of at least 50 meters from any persons and fixed or mobile objects, unless prior authorization has been obtained from the GCAA or LAA.
Original regulatory text
The UA Pilot shall ensure Minimum UA Safe Distance from any persons and fixed or mobile objects. The Minimum Safety Distance shall not be less than 50 meters unless prior authorisation has been obtained from the GCAA or LAA, as the case;
Applies when
- over people
- false
- operation regime
- demonstration