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The Civil Aviation (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Regulations, 2020
24. UAS operating limitations
Edition: 2020-04-03 · In force
24. UAS operating limitations
(1)A person shall not operate an Unmanned Aircraft System—(a)at above 400 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) and within 50 meters of any person, vessel, vehicle or structure which is not under the control of the person in charge of the Unmanned Aircraft System;(b)except with the authorization of the Authority;(c)in conditions other than Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC);(d)at night, unless specifically cleared by the Authority on a case by case basis;(e)where cameras, imaging devices or other sensors capture information, pictures or videos extending beyond the prescribed area of approved operation.(2)Where cameras, imaging devices or other sensors capture information, pictures or videos referred to in subregulation (1)(d), such information shall not be reproduced, processed, shared, distributed or published.(3)Notwithstanding the provisions of subregulation (1)(a), Unmanned Aircraft System operations may be conducted at such higher heights and lateral distances as the Authority may approve.(4)Notwithstanding the provisions of subregulation (1)(b), Unmanned Aircraft System operations may be conducted in conditions other than Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) provided that the pilot is duly rated, the System meets required specifications and is approved by the Authority.