UAS Regulations

Drones are regulated by the Liberian Civil Aviation Authority

LCAA UAS Regulations

Restrictions

  • Do not fly with 6 miles (9.6km)of airports or helipads
  • Ceiling is 400 ft (121m) above ground level (AGL)
  • Visual line of sight must be maintained with drone
  • Drone may not fly in restricted areas
  • Insurance is required
  • Special permit from LCAA is needed for night flights
  • No flight over crowds and congested areas of cities, towns or settlements
  • Do not fly within 98 feet (9.7m) of buildings without permission
  • Do not operate drones under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Do not fly within 660ft (200 meters) of the following (this could be extended based on situations)

  • Military bases
  • The Executive mansion
  • The Foreign Ministry (when President is present)
  • Presidents convoy
  • Any location at which the president is present
  • Any demonstration or riot taking place
  • Police stations, prisons or institutes with incarcerated prisoners
  • Embassies, consulates, diplomatic missions and residences of foreign ministers
  • Hospitals and medical centers
  • Mount Coffee Hydro Complex and all power generations plants, transmissions and distribution substations
  • Harrisburg Water Treatment plant

If you are flying outside of Liberia, it is important to know the local UAS regulations, rules and restrictions.


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