Beijing to ban drone possession, citing security
The rules, effective Nov 15, ban the possession, storage and operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Beijing.
Beijing is set to outlaw the ownership of drones within its city limits, effective November 15, 2023, as part of heightened airspace safety measures. The decision comes in the wake of a tragic incident in June, when a small plane collided with the city's tallest skyscraper, resulting in the death of the pilot and injuries to 13 others. Beijing's municipal government has introduced these new rules, citing the necessity to protect the capital's security.
The regulations, which are already in place and prohibit the sale of drones, will now also forbid possessing or storing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Beijing. Transporting drones or their components into the city will also be banned. Anyone found in violation of these rules will face confiscation of their devices and fines. Authorities will provide subsidies for drone owners to dispose of their gadgets or sell them through buy-back channels, or offer free shipping to mail them out of the city.
Exemptions may be granted for specific purposes such as counter-terrorism, agriculture, disaster relief, and research.
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