Sorry if in wrong topic, but where I live there are some cracking areas for flying drones and taking videos or photos but it’s really close to Pembrey Airport. Tried searching about nfz and restricted areas but nothing coming up, can anybody help in finding out more, is there an app which can help w…

The app is called NATS. See screen shot. Download it and it’ll give you all the info you need. Including prisons, schools, power lines and many other ground hazards. BUT don’t forget to turn OFF the settings for UPPER AIRSPACE, or you’ll be in a constant no fly zone cos it’ll think you want to fly …

@BrianB explains the best way to use the new maps in this thread [image] Flight Restriction Zone Maps Legal & Privacy As I said in my last topic, there is a useful interactive map of the UK has been created by NATS showing the protected aerodromes with the flight restrict…

@Brian how does nats compare to dji geo zones? Just been reading up on nats and gets mixed feedback Been a newbie to drones myself would be intresting to gather other’s thought on what they think is best Thanks for any help given

What you have to keep in mind is that DJI Geo Zones don’t necessarily implement UK air space and legislation, and nor do they try to. DJI are having to address the issues in every country in the world, and their geo zones are only designed to provide minimum protection for airports, and some other …

Thanks @OzoneVibe Clears that up. Sorry if i seem to ask stupid things but i find it helps more asking you lot as you have way more experience in these matters and is much appreciated :+1:

[image] Raider: Sorry if i seem to ask stupid Not at all. There are so many versions of what can appear to be the same information when you are new to things.

[image] OzoneVibe: There are so many versions of what can appear to be the same information Very true A lot has changed, last time i took to the air was 20 yes 20 years ago with a petrol helicopter lol So having to re-learn

I consider the NATs app to be the more accurate and official version for flying in UK airspace, and you can report your flight so that others with the app are aware you are there. It will also show temporary NFZs for example, when there’s an air display planned or low flying practice. Even power lin…

I’ll down load it and give it a try, with all of the changes we need as much help as possible to stay legal.

Make sure you go through the settings (and advanced settings … that aren’t really all that advanced) to ensure you’re displaying what you need.

Pembrey Airport South wales

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milkmanchris 16 March 2019 06:43 3

@BrianB explains the best way to use the new maps in this thread