Beijing to ban, confiscate drones starting November as capital tightens airspace security
BEIJING, Sept 14 — Beijing will ban the possession and storage of drones within the city from November 15, further...
Beijing has announced strict new regulations effective November 15 that will ban drone possession, storage, flights, and transportation within the city, as the capital intensifies efforts to bolster airspace security. The municipal government's announcement follows heightened concerns over airspace safety, which came to a head in June when a small aircraft crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, resulting in the death of the pilot and 13 injuries.
Although drone sales in Beijing have been prohibited since May, owners were previously permitted to keep their devices and register them. Under the newly-imposed rules, drone owners must dispose of their drones or relocate them outside the city by the stipulated date to avoid confiscation and fines. Authorities are providing subsidies, buy-back channels, and free shipping to assist with compliance.
Certain exemptions may be granted for uses such as counter-terrorism, agriculture, disaster relief, and research.
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