Checking for Flight Restrictions and Hazards

In plain language

Before you fly, check the area for physical signs prohibiting drone flights, and use drone apps, the NATS website, or the AIP to check for temporary restrictions (NOTAMs) and permanent airspace hazards.

Requirement as structured

Remote pilots should check local signs, NOTAMs, drone apps, the NATS drone website, and the AIP to identify flight restrictions and hazards before flying.

Original regulatory text

Check for signs that say you cannot fly drones or model aircraft... NOTAMs are official notices that tell people about activities that may be a hazard to flying... Some flying restrictions are given in the following: drone apps that show airspace restrictions, the NATS drone website, the Aeronautical Information Publication

Applies when

country

United Kingdom

regulatory category

Open