Aidan Farrelly
Ceist:372. Deputy Aidan Farrelly asked the Minister for Transport whether there are any drone models or manufacturers that are not permitted to launch or fly in the State’s air space jurisdiction. [4397/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 20 January 2026
Ceisteanna (372)
Freagraí scríofa
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is the competent authority for civil aviation regulation and oversight, including the oversight of the implementation of the EU drone regulations (Regulation (EU) 2019/947 and Regulation (EU) 2019/945). State or military drones are not covered by these regulations.
Regulation (EU)2019/947 sets operational rules that apply to both professional drone operators and those flying drones for leisure.
Regulation 2019/945 sets the common EU-wide technical requirements for the design and manufacture of civil drones, and the features and capabilities that drones must have in order to be flown safely under the rules and conditions defined in Regulation (EU) 2019/947.
There are no specific manufacturers nor models prohibited from launching or flying in the State. However, all civil drone operators must comply with Regulation (EU) 2019/947 and manufacturers of drones in states that are subject to EU sanctions regimes may face additional restrictions.