The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has promulgated a set of rules and regulations for the safe operations of commercial and non-commercial Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems in the Philippines, which includes the general RPA operations, required certificates, penalties, and fines.

TYPES OF OPERATION

 

COMMERCIAL

NON-COMMERCIAL

DESCRIPTION

Activities that require the use of Drone/s for revenue purposes.

Activities where Drones are used for sports and recreational purposes.

CERTIFICATES REQUIRED

DRONE REGISTRATION

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EXCEPT FOR DRONES WEIGHING 7KG OR ABOVE

CONTROLLER CERTIFICATE

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EXCEPT FOR DRONES WEIGHING 7KG OR ABOVE

RPAS OPERATOR CERTIFICATE

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EXCEPT FOR DRONES WEIGHING 7KG OR ABOVE

SPECIAL FLIGHT PERMIT

For the purpose of flying at night, BVLOS, operating within 10km of ARP, flying over populated areas, and operating above 400ft AGL.

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