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UAE's GCAA announces complete ban on all types of drones and light sports aircraft
The GCAA warned that failure to comply with the ban could lead to legal action, stressing that the measure is in place to ensure public safety
- PUBLISHED: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 2:23 PM
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The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced a ban on all types of drones and light sports aircraft across the country.
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The authority said the decision comes in light of the current circumstances.
The GCAA stressed that compliance with the ban is mandatory and warned that failure to follow the decision could lead to legal action.
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It also urged the public to cooperate with the measure, noting that adherence to the rules is essential to ensure the safety and security of everyone.
Over a week ago, on March 1, the UAE’s GCAA suspended all flight permits for gliders, drones and hobby aircraft of all kinds for one week at the time.
The authority said the move was taken in light of the current circumstances and as part of efforts to strengthen safety measures and protect the country’s airspace.
During the suspension period, operating or flying these types of aircraft within UAE airspace was strictly prohibited.
