General · 10 March 2026

UAE aviation body bans drones, light planes.

Ensuring public safety has led to a countrywide ban on aerial vehicles in the UAE. The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced a prohibition on operating all drones and light sports aircraft. The GCAA had previously suspended weekly flight permits since March 1, during a regional war that began on February 28.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 March 2026 at 13:29

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