PETALING JAYA: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has issued a reminder against flying drones at National Day celebration sites and parades without prior approval between Aug 26 and 31.
In a post made via the agency's Facebook page, CAAM states that the prohibition is intended to ensure that preparations for Merdeka festivities can be carried out safely, without any unwanted incidents threatening the public’s wellbeing.
The restriction also intends to prevent accidents involving aircrafts from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), and the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM), which will be carrying out training and air shows at low altitudes in various locations nationwide during the stated period.
“CAAM would like to remind that any aviation activity, including drone operations that pose risks or dangers to the public or property, is subject to Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3); Regulations 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016, and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs),” the post reads.
It was previously reported in 2022 that the police had forced a rogue drone to land during a Merdeka parade despite similar warnings from CAAM on the drone flying restriction.
Those with further inquiries can contact the CAAM Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) unit through the agency's website or via email.
