Permission required for retrieval on private property
Verified from official sourcesMaking every flight safe (points 10 to 20) | UK Civil Aviation Authority (part 2)Version 1Effective -Verified 21 August 2026
In plain language
Do not trespass to retrieve your drone. Ask the landowner for permission first.
Requirement as structured
You must obtain the property owner's permission before retrieving a drone or model aircraft from private property.
Original regulatory text
If you make a forced landing or crash on private property, you must get the property owner’s permission before retrieving your drone or model aircraft.
Applies when
- country
- United Kingdom
- regulatory category
- General