New Drone Regulations: Registration, Flight Zones, and Penalties
The act introduces comprehensive changes to regulations concerning unmanned aerial systems (drones). It establishes new rules for operator registration, pilot qualifications, designation of flight zones, and the powers of services to respond to illegal or dangerous drone flights. It also introduces mandatory third-party liability insurance for some drone users and new financial penalties for violations.
Key points
Mandatory registration for many drone operators and new rules for maintaining the register.
Introduction of geographical zones for drones, where flights may be restricted or prohibited, managed by the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency.
New requirements for drone pilot qualifications, including training, exams, and certificates.
Mandatory civil liability insurance for operators of drones weighing from 0.25 kg to 20 kg.
Expansion of powers for state services (Police, Border Guard, military, etc.) to check, disable, destroy, or take control of drones in case of threat or illegal flights.
Introduction of new, high financial penalties for violating drone regulations, e.g., for lack of registration, flying in a prohibited zone, or without required qualifications/permits.
Specification of fees for activities related to designating geographical zones for drones.
56%
VOTING RESULTS
2024-12-20
For
239
Against
19
Abstain
168
Status:
Enacted
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