Strict rules emplaced for operating drones on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba

July 11, 2018 10:07 AM
BES ISLANDS - Drone owners on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba are reminded to adhere to the rules when operating drones on these islands.
 
Violating these rules, a drone pilot risk being fined, confiscation of the drone or jail time.
 
This reminder comes after a recent verdict on Bonaire, where a drone pilot received a conditional sentence with 1-year probation for illegally flying the drone over the prison on Bonaire.
 
Operating drones as a hobby is increasing in popularity, therefore the Public Prosecutor’s Office would like to outline the rules for this practice.
 
• The drone should not be heavier than 25 kilos.
• The drone is prohibited from being flown more than 120 meters above the ground or sea. 
• The drone is prohibited from being flown above a crowd of people and over ongoing construction. 
• The drone should not be flown in the dark. 
• While in flight the drone must remain visible at all times. 
• The drone is prohibited from being flown in the vicinity of the air traffic control tower of a public or military airport. 
• When operating the drone always give priority to planes and helicopters. 
• It is allowed to take photos and video recordings with the drone, provided the privacy law is respected.
 
In the event that a bystander is injured by a drone in flight, the victim can hold the drone operator liable. The payments in damages can be very high and not every third-party insurance covers damage caused by the drone. Therefore drone operators are advised to be vigilant.
 
Furthermore a permit is required when drones are being used for business purposes and different rules apply.

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