Minimum Requirements for Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)/ Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS)

Unmanned Aircraft System of Remotely Piloted Aircraft is also known as Drone. The meaning of the remotely piloted aircraft, an aircraft which flies without a pilot on board , this type of the aircraft is controlled by the pilot from the ground. Now Drone has become a new sector of aviation.  Drone sectors are becoming very popular among the amature as well as photographer. To control the movement of the UAS/ RPAS , Director General Of Civil Aviation mandad that no one fly the Drone without following to ensure safe operation :  

1.  Ensure your Drone is Digital Sky “No Permission- No Take off” (NPNT) Compliant  (except Nano category drone  in uncontrolled airspace upto 50ft).

2. Obtain Unique Identification Number (UIN) from DGCA for operating in controlled airspace and affix it on your drone

3. Obtain Unmanned Aircraft Operator Permit (UAOP), if applicable from DGCA for commercial operations and keep it handy  

4. Obtain Permission before each flight through Digital Sky Platform  

5. Ensure the drone is in good condition (not damaged) and fit for flying safely.  

6. Keep an eye on interference: Interference can be from mobile devices or blockage of signals, do watch out when flying your drone.  

7. Fly only during daylight (after sunrise to before sunset).  

8. Fly in good weather.  

9. Fly in visual line of sight (VLOS): Always be within visual range of your drone.  

10. Follow Flying Guidelines  given by DGCA.

11. Make sure you clearly understand all operational and regulatory aspects.  

12. Be aware of Airspace Restrictions/ No Drone Zones  

13. Do stay away from airports and heliports.  

14. Respect privacy of people.

15. Keep local police informed about your drone flying activity. If you are ever approached by the police provide all requisite information. 

16.  Do log your flights and intimate concerned authorities (like DGCA, local police etc.) of any incidents/ accidents 

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