In Dubai, Drone Filming is monitored and regulated by the Dubai Civil Aviation Department (DCAA).
Procedure:
The Drone operators must submit the flight plans to the DCAA two weeks in advance.
The client will have to provide a Letter of Consent and a No Objection Certificate from the property owner for clearing the paperwork.
An online facility is available to get the permit from the above authorities. It may take 12 to 14 days to complete the same.
General Civil Aviation Department (GCAA) is the regulatory authority that issues Drone Filming Permits in Abu Dhabi and other parts of the UAE.
It may take 12 to 14 days to complete the process.
Drone flying is banned by GCAA and DCAA near, over and around the airports. The Authorities have initiated the restriction to avoid any disruption to the movement of aircraft in the area.
