Beginning in January 2026, new drone rules will apply throughout France and the European Union, bringing key modifications that affect how and the place drones might be flown, particularly in city environments and areas with individuals.
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- Drone pilots should maintain one or the entire following certificates: CATS, BAPD OPEN A2, OPEN A1/A3
- Solely Class C0, C1, C2 and C5 drones are authorised in city or populated areas.
- All flights in populated areas have to be for skilled functions and have to be notified prematurely to the Préfecture
- ⚠️ The Prefecture notification interval has been prolonged from 5 days to 10 working days
- Les télépilotes doivent être titulaires de l’un ou de tous les certificatssuivants: CATS, BAPD OPEN A2, OPEN A1/A3
- Seuls les drones de Lessons C0, C1, C2 et C5 sont autorisés en zone urbaine ou peuplée
- Tout vol en zone peuplée doit être à caractère professionnel et faire l’objet d’une notification préalable en préfecture
- ⚠️ La déclaration préfectorale passe de 5 jours à 10 jours ouvrables
