RIAT safety warning to visitors as restriction imposed
The airspace above RAF Fairford will be full of military jets and helicopters from around the world this weekend.
The organisers have published a safety and security notice to ensure that the aerial displays and all takeoffs and landings go as planned.
A spokesperson said: 'As we get closer to RIAT25, a reminder that it is illegal to operate drones in the vicinity of any airfield, and flying a drone around RAF Fairford constitutes a criminal offence.
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'The Civil Aviation Authority will establish a Restriction of Flying Regulations under Article 239 of the Air Navigation Order. Restricted Airspace (Temporary) will be established during RIAT, which extends for many miles surrounding RAF Fairford.'
Full details of the air base's airspace can be found via NOTAM.
To find out more details about safely drones elsewhere, away from RIAT, visit the Drone Code online at https://register-drones.caa.co.uk/drone-code
It is against the law to fly a drone or model aircraft without having the required IDs. Drone users can also be fined for breaking the law when flying or, in the most serious cases, could be sent to prison.
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