Are drones allowed in Germany?
The German Federal Aviation Office (FAO) states that the use of drones is permitted in Germany, provided that they comply with the regulations set by both FAO and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). For more information on specific regulations, please refer to the information provided by our guide.
Germany drone laws
The German Federal Aviation Office (FAO) has provided information on flying drones for fun or work. As of December 31, 2020, national rules for drones will be replaced by common European regulations to create a harmonized drone market in Europe with the highest level of safety. This means that once a drone operator has received authorization from their state of registry, they will be able to fly freely in the European Union. There will be three categories of drone operations: Open, Specific, and Certified, based on the level of risk involved. Drone operations must be conducted according to the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 and Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 (as amended). For more information, please visit the link provided.
Do I need EASA certification to fly a drone in Germany?
In Germany, you need certification to fly a drone, as the country is a member of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The specific rules and certification requirements depend on the weight of the drone. You can use our calculator to determine the applicable rules and any necessary certification.
In our guides, we describe only the open categories, which are the most common for most non-commercial pilots.
Which drone license do I need to fly in countries that are members of EASA?
- Minimum age is 16
- Drone operator registration required
- Read user's manual
- May fly over uninvolved people (should be avoided if possible)
- No flight over assemblies of people
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