Drone Photography
For an image to be entered in this competition, the photograph must be taken by a drone piloted by the photographer. The committee may ask photographers for clarification that the image was taken by a drone.
The CASA Standard Operating Conditions must be observed by the photographer at all times. The main rules are as follows:
- Do not exceed the maximum flying height of 120 metres above ground level.
- The drone should be more than 30 metres away from people and never above a person.
- Only fly during daylight hours.
- Do not fly in a populous area, eg., above events or sports games.
- Respect other's privacy and do not fly so as to create a hazard.
- Keep the drone within visual line-of-sight.
- Do not fly over emergency operations.
- Based on the weight of the drone, do not fly close to an airport or heliport. Note: Further details on proximity to airports available on CASA website.
In addition, state and local laws must be observed in relation to "No fly zones", flying over or close to wildlife and areas of cultural sensitivity. Use of a CASA-verified drone safety app is recommended.
Photographers holding an RePL and/or ReOC will be aware of the operating conditions permitted by their licence.
All images are entered in the same competition level.
