When will the drone regulations be strengthened? A lawyer analyzes the contents and outlook of the aviation law revision.

It is important to correctly understand the new circumstances regarding drone regulations.

Drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) are highly anticipated for their potential applications across a wide range of fields. On the other hand, piloting drones involves risks such as crashes, which is why various regulations have been established primarily under aviation law. As the scope of drone usage expands, it is necessary to update the content of legal regulations. Therefore, active discussions on amending aviation law are taking place among relevant agencies and the National Diet. In this article, we will explain the current state of regulations concerning drones under aviation law and the anticipated content of future legal amendments. [Contents] ■ Reasons why regulations on drones are necessary ■ "Unmanned aerial vehicles" regulated by aviation law are those weighing over 200 grams ■ Restrictions on drone flight areas | Some airspaces require permission ■ Restrictions on drone flight methods ■ Planned legal amendments expected around 2022 | Lifting of Level 4 flight restrictions and licensing system ■ Summary *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.

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