Permission required for retrieval on private property

Verified from official sources
Making 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