In recent years, the rapid development of drone has made the flight management in Penghu more strict. Starting from December 28th this year, Makung fishing port area will be included in the red no-fly zone, which means you need to pay special attention to the relevant no-fly regulations when operating your drone. This means that you need to pay special attention to the regulations when operating your drone. Different restrictions in the Red, Yellow and Green zones will affect your aerial photography activities, and it is important to understand these regulations to ensure the safety and legality of your flights. Please read these rules carefully to protect your flight rights.

Penghu Drone Flight Control Area Overview

In order to enhance the safety of drone flights in Penghu area, since December 28th this year, the Magong Fishing Harbor area has been included in the red control area. You need to know the definition and regulations of red, yellow and green zones in order to legally use the drone for aerial photography or other activities. These regulations not only guarantee the flight safety, but also protect the surrounding environment, so that your aerial photography activities in Penghu will be more at ease.

Red Zone Definition and Characteristics

Red zones are no-fly zones, which means you are not allowed to fly your drone in these areas. It covers areas that have been designated as prohibited by airports and relevant authorities, and for which you need to apply in advance to the competent authorities for permission. If you are planning to fly, you must pay special attention to these guidelines or face questions about legality.

Yellow Zone and Green Zone Specifications

The yellow and green zones are restricted areas and you need to be aware of certain altitude limits when flying in these areas. In the yellow zone, you can only fly below 60 meters, and in the green zone, below 120 meters. If you want to fly above a certain altitude in these zones, you need to go through a competency check and apply for a permit.

Specifically, when flying in the Yellow Zone (above 200 feet or 60 meters) and the Green Zone (above 400 feet or 120 meters), you must follow specific operating restrictions to ensure safety and compliance. Aerial photography flights by natural persons for recreational flights must comply with the specified altitude, while legal entities are required to submit the relevant application documents and obtain approval from the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) before they can carry out flights at high altitude. This is an important part of Penghu's drone flight control that you must be aware of and comply with.

Implications of the Addition of the Makung Fishing Harbour Area

The inclusion of the Makong fishing port area into the red zone control area will have a significant impact on local drone users. You should pay special attention to this change when planning your aerial photography activities to avoid being fined or held responsible for entering the no-fly zone. According to the report, Makung fishing harbor area is added to the red zone control area of Penghu drone flight.Applying for drone operation but violating the regulations? CAA to impose a fine of $60,000 to alert operatorsfor more information.

Reasons for the expansion of the scope of control

The main reason for this extension of control is to safeguard public safety and airspace management, especially in areas with high pedestrian and vessel activities such as the Makong Fishing Harbour, where drone operations need to be subject to more stringent regulation. This measure aims to minimize airborne conflicts and potential risks.

Impact on local activities

The expansion of the Red Zone in the Makong Fishing Harbour area will affect many activities that were originally planned for the area, including photography competitions and other recreational activities. You will need to reconsider the location of your activities and the legality of aerial photography to avoid non-compliance.

Specifically, this control will make you more careful in choosing your location when planning to use your drone for aerial photography. For example, many photography enthusiasts may want to capture the beauty of Penghu in this area, but flying in the red zone is prohibited and you will need to move to the permitted green or yellow zone, which will add complexity to your plan. Therefore, it is recommended that you understand the regulations in advance to ensure that your activities will not be interfered.

Flight Restrictions

In Penghu, drone flights are strictly regulated. Starting from December 28, 2023, the Makung fishing port area will be included in the Red Zone no-fly zone. The Red Zone is a no-fly zone that includes all airports and areas declared by the Central Authorities, while the Yellow Zone and Green Zone restrict flying activities at different altitudes to ensure aviation safety.

Prohibited and Restricted Areas

The red zone, yellow zone and green zone in Penghu represent different flight control intensity. In the red zone, no matter what kind of flying activities are prohibited; in the yellow zone, the flying altitude cannot exceed 60 meters, and the green zone is limited to less than 120 meters. You must operate within these regulations and pay attention to the announcements made by the authorities.

Recreational Flyer Requirements

If you are a natural person and engage in recreational flying, you need to pay special attention to the restrictions on flying altitude. According to regulations, recreational airplanes can only be flown at an altitude of less than 120 meters in the green zone, less than 60 meters in the yellow zone, and are prohibited from flying in the red zone. Ensuring compliance with these regulations is the key to safety.

When flying for recreational purposes, first check if you are in a red, yellow or green zone. If you are flying in a green zone, be sure to stay below 120 meters and follow the relevant flight safety regulations. If you need to fly at high altitude in the Yellow or Green zones, you must have the legal status of a competent person and apply to the Civil Aviation Administration to avoid violation of the law and possible fines. In addition, please stay tuned to the Penghu County Government's announcements to ensure that you are flying within the legal boundaries. Learning these requirements is not only a legal safeguard, but also a way to respect the safety of others and the environment.

Application Process for Corporate Aviation

In the red zone and other restricted areas for drone flights in Penghu, if you are a legal entity, you must follow the regulations to submit an application for flights. Only those legal entities that have passed the competency check can apply to the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) for the relevant flight activities and ensure that they comply with the restrictions of the red, yellow, and green zones in order to avoid unlawful flights.

Application Requirements and Procedures

You will need to ensure that your legal entity meets the relevant organizational qualifications before you can proceed with your flight application. The application process involves completing the application form in detail and submitting the necessary documents, which will help to speed up your application process.

Required Documents and Qualifications

You must prepare a range of documents for your application, including proof of legal entity registration, flight plans and safety measures, and ensure that you meet the CAA's requirements in your submission.

In the application, your legal entity must provide proof of legal registration, showing that you are a legally registered organization. In addition, the flight plan should detail the flight path, the estimated flight time and the safety measures to be taken. This will not only increase your chances of success, but will also help to maintain flight safety. Following these steps will help ensure that your drone flight activities in Penghu are in compliance with local regulations and approved.

Relevant Laws and Regulations

In the regulation of Penghu drone flight, the relevant laws and regulations cover the zoning and restrictions, you need to understand the clear definition of the red zone, yellow zone and green zone and flight restrictions. According to Article 99-14 of the Civil Aviation Law and Article 28 of the Drone Regulations, the airspace and altitude limitations in which an aerial camera can fly are specified in detail. For more information, please refer toAttention! Flight ban on drones at East Flower Attractions, EMSD no longer accepts related applications.The

Application of civil aviation law

Civil aviation laws are important to the management of unmanned aircraft. These laws regulate the behavior of unmanned aircraft and the penalties for violations, and you must comply with them to avoid the risk of violations and the associated liabilities.

Drone Management Rules Overview

The rules governing the operation and registration of drones are clear and these rules cover flight altitude, flight area and the permit application process. You need to know if your drone complies with the rules and fly legally in the appropriate area.

Drone management rules detail the requirements and application procedures for flying a drone. Most natural persons are required to fly in airspace below the green zone and obtain the appropriate permits. If you plan to operate in the Yellow and Red zones, not only do you need to apply to the CAA, but you must also be qualified, which helps to ensure flight safety and reduce the risk of compromising public safety.

Practical Case Studies

After the update of Penghu Drone Flight Regulations, you need to pay special attention to the expanded red zone control in Makung Fishing Harbor area. These changes not only affect recreational flyers, but also bring new legal challenges for commercial photography. You may refer toCAA's latest announcement: Only 8 counties and cities in Taiwan's drone airspace are allowed limited free flight.For more information, please click here.

Legal Challenges of Photo Contests

In the photo contest organized by Penghu County Government Tourism Office, some participants were cited for the legality of their aerial photographs. This reminds you to check carefully whether your flying area complies with the relevant regulations of the red, green and yellow zones before taking photos and participating in the contest, in order to avoid unnecessary disputes and legal troubles.

Examples of Lawful Use of Drones

Practical examples of lawful use of drones can be found in the experiences of the award-winning contestants. They submitted the necessary flight application documents to the Civil Aviation Authority and complied with all regulatory requirements before participating in the photo contest. This not only helped them avoid legal disputes, but also allowed them to receive their prizes and become role models for other participants.

Through this case, you should understand the legal process of using drone in Penghu. First of all, please make sure you are flying in the green zone with a height limit of 120 meters or in the yellow zone with a limit of 60 meters. If you intend to conduct any flying activities in the Red Zone, you must apply in advance and obtain permission from the authorities. Such measures not only protect the realization of your interests, but also comply with the requirements of public safety and the law.

Penghu Drone Flight Red Zone Expanded: Makung Fishing Harbor Area Included in Control Area

With the expansion of red zone for Penghu UAV flights, your flight activities in Makung fishing port area will be under stricter control. Starting from December 28th, you must pay special attention to the flight restrictions in the red, yellow and green zones to make sure your drone operation is in compliance with the law to avoid violation of the regulations. I recommend that you understand the relevant flight regulations in advance and follow the legal application procedures to protect your flight safety and rights.