The Israeli agency responsible for drone safety, CAAI, has provided several internet-accessible details on flying for fun or for work. The highlights are enumerated below. For more details, go to the link above.
Are drones allowed in Israel?
Can you fly a drone in Israel? Yes. According to CAAI, drone use is allowed in Israel, subject to very strict CAAI regulations. Read on for more details.
Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Israel:
Avoid flying your drone over people or crowds.
In Israel, commercial drone operations require a license.
While flying, drone pilots must maintain a clear line of sight with their drones.
When flying your drone, be mindful of other people’s privacy.
Drones are not permitted to fly higher than 50 meters (164 feet) above the ground.
Drones are not permitted to fly within a radius of two kilometers (1.2 miles) of an airport or airfield.
Drones are not permitted to fly within 250 meters (820 feet) of people or structures.
Avoid flying over Jerusalem’s Old Tower.
Drones are not permitted to fly in No-Fly Zones.
Registering a drone in Israel
In Israel, drone registration is required.
There is an online registration portal to register your drone before entering the country: https://www.icd.org.il/english
To register a drone, you must be at least 16 years old.
The registration fee is NIS 30.
To complete the registration, you need the following:
Your contact details and a copy of your ID
Debit and credit cards
Israel travel dates
Your drone serial number
Flight information
Where are drones restricted in Israel?
The Israeli Civil Aviation Authority restricts drone flights in the following:
Military installations
Keep off the airports and infrastructure assets