Civil Aviation Authority suspends drone operations

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The Civil Aviation Authority has with immediate effect suspended the operations of drones in the country in the aftermath of Easter Sunday terror attacks.

In a statement, Civil Aviation Authority Director General H.M.C. Nimalsiri said taking into account the prevailing security situation in the country, it has been decided to suspend with immediate effect the operation of Pilotless Aircraft (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/ Unmanned Aircraft Systems, etc.) of any description including drones until further notice.

It is therefore notified that any operating approvals issued by CAASL stands suspended.

No person shall engage in the operation of such Pilotless Aircraft within the territory of Sri Lanka until further notice.

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