Summary of flight rules for unmanned aircraft (drone / radio control machines)

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What is the definition of unmanned aircraft?

Unmanned aircraft refers to devices that people cannot ride due to structure.It refers to something that people cannot ride and can fly by remote control or automatic pilot, and are classified as drones, as well as radio control over 200g.

It is important to note that unmanned aircraft that are connected on the ground and wires are also included in the unmanned aircraft.In addition, even if an unmanned aircraft, such as a remodeled manner, a structure close to a manned aircraft, or if it has performance, it may fall under "aircraft" instead of "unmanned aircraft" under the aviation law.You also need to be careful.

Model aircraft less than 200g of unmanned aircraft

The weight (total weight of the aircraft and the weight of the battery), such as drones and radio control, are classified as "model aircraft", so the regulations on unmanned aircraft specified by the Aviation Law are not applied.However, the regulations of Article 134-3, Paragraph 1 and 2 of the Aviation Law (the permission of the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, etc. are required for flights around the airport and at a certain altitude).Don't let the unmanned aircraft of less than 200g fly below under these conditions.

Do you have an unmanned aircraft license?I do not need?

Some of the people who are still piloting unmanned aircraft (drones/radio control) may be wondering, "Do you need a license in the first place?"In conclusion, a license for unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control), which is generally used for hobby purposes, does not require a license.

From now on, we will explain if you need a license to control the unmanned aircraft/if you do not need it.

Let's check the frequency

The first thing you want to check before piloting the unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control) is the frequency of the aircraft.The frequency used for drones and radio control for general consumers is "2.It is set to "4GHz band".Unmanned aircraft that uses this frequency does not require a wireless license.

"5.7GHz」帯を使用する産業用ドローンや、"5.A racing drone that can control FPV using the 8GHz band requires a national qualification wireless license, which requires attention.

Click here for details of the wireless license required for each frequency ▼

Do you need a wireless license for drone flight?Requirements for required licenses and applications by type

Technical mark

From the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications website

The next thing you should definitely check is whether the unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control) you use has a skill mark.The technical mark is an abbreviation of "marks such as technical standard conformity."It is a mark to prove that it is a radio that complies with the technical standards specified in the radio wave law.In many cases, the model name of the transmitter (proof) and the manufacturer are displayed in the nameplate.

The aircraft that does not have this technical mark may violate the Radio Law.Basically, the unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control), which are regularly sold in Japan, has a technical mark.However, there are rarely unmanned aircraft that rarely have a skill mark, such as overseas products.

If you are worried, please contact the manufacturer or the seller or the nearest general communication bureau.When contacting the General Communications Bureau, please prepare the type of radio, such as the instruction manual of the unmanned aircraft transmitter (propo), the type of radio.

200g or more unmanned aerial aircraft?less than?

In the definition of unmanned aircraft, it refers to devices that people cannot ride due to structure.It refers to something that people cannot ride and can fly by remote control or automatic pilot.

The unmanned aircraft contains drones, radio controlled, and helicopters for pesticide spraying, and is within the application of the Aviation Law.However, only the aircraft of 200g or more are included here.So where are drones and radio control less than 200g?

When unmanned aerial aircraft is less than 200g

Those with a total weight of less than 200g of aircraft+battery are classified as small drafts.What is generally called "toy drone" is here.It is relatively easy for children to operate in the palm size.

Unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control) of less than 200 g is classified as small unmanned aircraft and is not applicable to the aviation law, but there is a prohibition of small unmanned aircraft.It is important to note that the flight prohibition of flights such as the small unmanned unit is prohibited from the government's important facilities specified by the government and the surrounding areas of about 300m.

In some cases, drone flights in metropolitan parks are prohibited in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

When unmanned aerial aircraft 200g or more

If the unmanned aircraft (drone/radio controlled) aircraft is over 200 g, you will need to apply for flights that require permission from the Aviation Bureau (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism).Even unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control) with a weight of over 200 g can be obtained without any problems if you can get approval after applying appropriate applications.

What is the banned area defined by the unmanned aircraft?

From the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism website

When flying an unmanned aircraft (drone/radio controlled), the most important thing is to fly.The Aviation Law sets the following locations in the banned area of unmanned aircraft.

Use the Geographical Institute Map to check the non -flight areas of unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control).The red part is set in the prohibited area.

Click here for the flying area (DID district) ▼

Geographical Geographical Institute "Geographical Institute Map"

Unmanned aircraft flight rules vary from local governments

In addition, unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control) has strict rules not only for the country as well as the country but also for prefectures.In Osaka City, all parks in the city are prohibited from flying all unmanned aircraft (drones/radio control) regardless of weight.Similarly, in Tokyo's parks and gardens managed by the capital, flights are prohibited.

The permission of the land administrator is also required

In addition, when flying an unmanned aircraft (drone/radio controlled), it is necessary to obtain permission to the relevant place depending on where you can fly other than the application to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.For example, if it is a state -owned premises, it is a government agency, and if it is private land of a third party, it is a land administrator.First, check the institutions and people that manage the land and get permission.

Situation of application and absolute compliance flight rules

After clearing the frequency, weight, and flight location, the next thing you want to check is the environment, advance preparation, and the condition of the pilot themselves when flying an unmanned aircraft (drone/radio control).

What are the absolute flight rules?

2019年9月18日より新たに加えられた4つの遵守ルール（From the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism website）

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism revised the flight rules on September 18, 2019.Four new rules were added and set.

What are the situations where you need to apply?

From the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism website

Following the flight rules introduced earlier, the Aviation Law regulates drone flights in the following situations:Please note that you will need to apply if one is applicable.

These rules are not applicable in the event of an accident or disaster if you are searching or rescue at the request of a national or local government.However, care must be taken because the operation guidelines are also set at that time.

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Operation guidelines for the application of Article 132-3 of the Aviation Law to fly an unmanned aircraft

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