couple of quick newbie questions on Restricted areas, if I may.
I have seen quite a few drone pic’s of Durham City centre area and was wanting to try the same with the Mavic 2 Pro, but looking at the map, it is in a Restricted Area.
Are people applying for permission or just flying illegally - or is it allowed in other scenarios?
Why such a large restricted area (must be circa 15 square miles) around a couple of prisons? - You can see the prisons highlighted in a darker shade on the map.
The outer red area is not a no fly zone, more of a warning. I took my GVC practical test within that same area. I just had to note it on my risk assessment. There is a similar red zone around airports outside the flight restriction zone. Yes, it is confusing.
it’s certainly confusing, so any idea what is needed if I want to fly in this region with a Mavic 2 Pro? - only have my Flyer and OP ID so really limited with separation distances to begin with…
Try the good 2 go tool (drop down list at the top right of the page).
Then like me, start to realise why the Mini 2 is so popular. I have hardly used my Zoom since getting my Mini2.
Also consider doing the A2 CofC. Its way cheaper than it used to be.
