There have been new drone laws issue that governs how close we can fly to people. With the correct drone training, operators can fly in the following circumstances.
- Maintaining a distance of 50m from people and property not in control of the pilot.
- During take-off and landing maintain a distance of 30m from people and property not in control of the pilot.
- Permission of the landowner to take off and land.
- Directly overhead or within a minimum distance of 150m from an open-air assembly of over 1000 people.
- Maximum height of 400ft above ground level.
- Maintain a visual line of sight of the SUA to a maximum distance of 500m.
- During daylight hours, so that you can clearly see the SUA and take avoiding action from other air users if required.
- Outside of controlled airspace.
- Restrictions apply to certain areas of Central London and additional permissions to fly in these areas need to be sought from the CAA.
- Restrictions and rules apply to flying near an airport and aerodrome.
Can a Drone Be Flown Anywhere?
Absolutely not, there are a lot of restrictions on airspace in the UK. A drone surveyor will need to ensure they comply with all local laws and regulations in the space they’re looking to fly. The first thing you need is to obtain permission from the landowner before taking off. This is a must as you cannot fly over land without the owner’s permission.
There are other restrictions to look at, the following areas require special permission.
- Central London
- Airport Flight Restriction Zones
- Within 50m of a Train Line
- Military Installations
- Heliports
How Much Does a Drone Survey Cost?
This is a question that isn’t straightforward as a lot of factors affect the price of a drone survey. It will depend on the location, building size, and purpose of the survey. As some permissions come at a cost, it’s important we have the exact location before even giving a ballpark price. So if you require a price please contact us and our team will be happy to help.
