The Jordanian agency responsible for drone safety, CARC, has provided several internet-accessible details on flying for fun or work. The highlights are enumerated below. For more details, go to the link above.
Are drones allowed in Jordan?
According to CARC, drone use is allowed in Jordan, subject to CARC regulations. Read on for more details.
Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Jordan:
The CARC requires that all drones be registered.
Flight applications must be submitted to the CARC ten working days before the proposed flight date to allow the Ministry of Interior to coordinate with the Royal Jordanian Air Force and Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission.
Outside of pre-approved locations, fly no further than a 500-meter radius.
Outside of pre-approved flight times, do not fly.
Never exceed 400 feet in altitude.
The maximum duration of a drone flight is three hours.
The maximum weight of a drone is 25 kilograms (55 pounds).
Operators of drones must be at least 21 years old and have received adequate training.
Drone operators must possess liability insurance.
How to get approval to fly a drone in Jordan?
Jordanian Civil Aviation simplified the process with an online form: Drone Operations Application Approval Form.
To complete it, you must provide your personal information and details about your drone and flight operations so local authorities can review them.
You will be required to submit the following:
A copy of your passport,
Proof of insurance,
A copy of your training or qualifications (license, school training & flight logs).
You should submit the form at least ten working days in advance to allow for the processing of your information by local authorities.