CAAM reminds public not to fly drones at Merdeka celebration sites without prior approval

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 restriction. — Photo by Mitch Nielsen on Unsplash

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.