Gross Weight Threshold of 25 Kilograms

Verified from official sources
Article 236-73Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

The threshold weight that triggers specific regulatory requirements and stricter approval standards under the Civil Aeronautics Act is set at 25 kg.

Requirement as structured

The gross weight specified by the Ordinance of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under Article 132-85, paragraphs 2 and 3, and Article 132-86, paragraphs 3 and 4 of the Civil Aeronautics Act shall be 25 kilograms.

Original regulatory text

第二百三十六条の七十三 法第百三十二条の八十五第二項及び第三項並びに法第百三十二条の八十六第三項及び第四項の国土交通省令で定める総重量は、二十五キログラムとする。

Applies when

max mtom kg
25