The Uruguay agency responsible for drone safety, DINACIA, has provided several details on flying for fun or work. The highlights are enumerated below. For more details, go to the link above.
Are drones allowed in Uruguay?
According to DINACIA, drones are allowed in Uruguay, subject to DINACIA regulations. Read on for more details.
Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Uruguay:
In Uruguay, drones are divided into three distinct categories:
Menores (Small, up to 25 kg total weight)
Medianos (Medium, 25 kg - 260 kg)
Mayores (Large, over 260 kg).
Private drone users do not have to register in the Menores weight class.
DINACIA does not require the registration of drones weighing less than 25 kilograms (55 pounds).
Allow your drone to fly within your line of sight.
Avoid flying your drone over densely populated areas (cities, towns, or isolated neighborhoods).
Never fly your drone above 120 meters (400 feet).
Avoid flying in or near airports or aerodrome traffic zones.
Avoid flying in restricted or prohibited areas.
To fly commercially, you must be insured for civil liability or aeronautical risks.
All commercial drone operations require a permit.
Throughout the flight, it is critical to maintain eye contact with the aircraft.
Registration and Permit Requirements for Flying a Drone in Uruguay
Registration
Drones weighing 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more must be registered. Register your droneĀ on the DINACIAĀ Drone RegistrationĀ website.
Permit
A permit is required for all commercial drone operations. The process includes:
Online registration
A theoretical exam
A practical exam
Permits for commercial drone operations are reserved for Uruguayan-owned companies that are DINACIA-registered.
However, the General Directorate of Civil Aviation may temporarily authorize foreign companiesā operations on national territory.