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Drone & UAS rules in KSA

Unmanned aircraft are regulated too. In the Kingdom, registration, authorisation and operating limits apply before you fly a drone.

Register & authorise

Register the aircraft and obtain the required authorisation before operating.

Where you can fly

Respect height limits, keep clear of aerodromes and controlled airspace, and avoid restricted areas.

Operating limits

Keep the drone in sight, fly within the stated limits, and follow the small-UAS rules in Part 107.

Regulations cited

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