Drone Pilots in New Zealand
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Flying a drone in New Zealand
Yes. No registration or licence for standard (Part 101) flying, but you must get consent from anyone you fly over and from the landowner, and stay 4 km from aerodromes.
- Regulator
- Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA NZ)
- Registration
- None for standard operations. Commercial/complex operators hold a Part 102 certificate.
- Maximum altitude
- 120 m (400 ft).
This is general guidance, not legal advice. Drone rules change frequently and vary by location. Always confirm the current rules with the national aviation authority (linked below) before you fly. Last reviewed: July 2026.