{"id":4616,"date":"2019-05-22T16:02:22","date_gmt":"2019-05-22T16:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/overinireland.com\/?p=4616"},"modified":"2019-05-24T16:36:39","modified_gmt":"2019-05-24T16:36:39","slug":"ireland-drones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/overinireland.com\/ireland-drones\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Essential Tips for Traveling with a Drone in Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>9 Essential\nTips for Traveling with a Drone in Ireland and How to Avoid Persecution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparing\nto travel with a drone is a cultural journey itself as each government has its\nown regulation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaa.ie\/docs\/default-source\/publications\/legislation\/statutory-instruments-(orders)\/small-unmanned-aircraft-(drones)-and-rockets-order-s-i-563-of-2015.pdf?sfvrsn=26f50bf3_8\">The Small Unmanned Aircraft (Drones) and Rockets Order\nS.I. 563<\/a> of December 2015 has stated Ireland amongst one of the\nfirsts trailblazers. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Federal\nAviation Administration evaluated that 7 million drones will be flying on our\nskies by 2020. The world is getting ready and, more and more decrees are being\nset up. Some nations, like Ethiopia or Morocco, even adopted the full ban. Despite\nbeing a pioneer in terms of order, Ireland stays true to itself and remains one\nof the most enjoyable places to fly your wigged camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In\nIreland, as anywhere, things can quickly go wrong and being prepared is the key\nto a successful journey. Over in Ireland has gathered all the necessary\nknowledge to avoid persecution (at the time of writing) and 9 Tips to Travel\nwith your Drone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Avoid Prosecution\nin Ireland?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\nis for recreational or commercial use, rules appear to be the same (as below)\nin Ireland. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must register your drone online if its weight\nexceeds one kilo (2.2 pounds) but is under 25 kg (55.1 pounds), emptied tank (if\nflies with fuel) and equipment attached included. To do so, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaa.ie\/general-aviation\/drones\/drone-registration\">Irish Aviation Authority<\/a> website and\nstart the process via the ASSET portal; a topographic mapping system that\nallows you to beware of every flying object in the sky, to locate your drone\nand shows the restricted and unauthorised areas. It will cost you \u20ac5 and will\ncover you for 2 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any drone flying higher than 15 metres (49.2 feet) is\nlegislatively required to get a certification as well. The weight does not\nmatter here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone older than 16-year-old can fill up the online\nform. Younger than that, a legal guardian must take over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can record as many unmanned aircraft as you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nenrolment of all remote-controlled aircraft above 25 kilos (55 pounds) has to\nbe done directly at the IAA Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I Contact the Irish\nAviation Authority?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To contact\nthe IAA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IAA Office County Dublin: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call: +353\n1 671 8655<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Address:\nThe Times Building, 11-12 D&#8217;Olier Street, Dublin 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IAA Office County Clare:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call: +353\n61 770700<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Address: Shannon\nCentre, Ballycasey Cross, Shannon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Steps to Online\nRegistration?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Create your account by filling up all the\nBOLD fields (as others are facultative), accept the terms and conditions and\nsave. An email with a link, requesting you to generate a password, will be then\nsent. Once set, you\u2019ve completed the first step.<\/li><li>The second will start after you log in. Click\non the \u201cAirspace\u201d tab, select \u201cRegister Drone\u201d under \u201cRP A S-DRONE S,\u201d on the\nleft column: the Drone registry page will appear. Fill up the manufacturer\ndetails and agree again to the contractual rules. Once done, check on \u201cMy\nDrones\u201d (under \u201cRP A S-DRONE S\u201d) should pop up. Your unique drone ID is\ncreated.<\/li><li>Then, send an email to JARUS Secretariat\nat <a href=\"mailto:contact@jarus-rpas.org\">contact@jarus-rpas.org<\/a>. They\u2019ll\nreply once the access is granted. Print your authorization.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your\nawesome flying machine can legally fly above the Irish skies, but some rules\nstill apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\ndon\u2019t register your drone and have An Garda S\u00edoch\u00e1na (IAA agent) control, your equipment can be seized! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are there any Mandatory Rules\nto Follow in Ireland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As stated\nearlier, thanks to the ASSET portal, you can see all IAA data. The system\ncombines Aerodrome, Airspace and NAV(igation)AID information while they are in\noperation. Knowing that, both for safety and privacy protections, there are 11\nkey rules to foolow. You <strong>CANNOT<\/strong> operate your drone <strong>when<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Out of sight. The first rule requires that\nyou never lose visual contact with your aerial technology. <\/li><li>Over 300 metres (985 feet) farther from\nyou. <\/li><li>Closer than 5km (3.1 miles) of an\naerodrome. <\/li><li>Hazardous. The only thing you are to\ndamage is your possession; do not get close to any other object soaring nearby\nyours. Those looking for some winged adrenaline should always keep a safe\ndistance from people and private property. <\/li><li>Closer than 30 metres (98.5 feet) from\nsomeone, transportation or structure. Unless those elements are all under your\ncontrol.<\/li><li>In controlled airspaces. This includes\nboth military and civil skies.<\/li><li>There is a crowd. From concerts to parades,\nany form gathering cannot be filmed from the sky (unless private and\nauthorised)<\/li><li>Over other populated areas such as cities\nor villages<\/li><li>In private lands, unless the owner allows\nyou to both take-off and land on his grounds. <\/li><li>In restricted areas such as prisons or\nmilitary grounds<\/li><li>Higher than 120 metres (400 feet)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Steps to Operate Commercial flights?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>First register (see above)<\/li><li>If you want to record shots on locations\nthat encompass the above rules, you won\u2019t need a permit. If you aim to film\noutside the mentioned limits, you will have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaa.ie\/general-aviation\/drones\/drone-application-forms\">download<\/a> and complete the form related to specific\npermissions.<\/li><li>Before the grant of any permit, you must\nattend a drone safety-training course and show your skills in one of the\ntraining facilities<\/li><li>Application to be done minimum 30 days\nprior starting date<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Fly my Drone Outside the Regulated Areas?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can! To operate outside the listed guidelines, follow all the commercial steps listed above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are\nInsurances Compulsory in Ireland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For\nrecreational flights above the Eire skies, you don\u2019t need to have insurance.\nHowever, we highly recommend you to get one, an accident can quickly\nhappen.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Commercial\nuse, on the other side, necessitates a 3rd party liability insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\nif I Need to Hire a Drone Operator?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IAA\nkeeps a contact list of all agents operating within the country. To find this\nlist, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaa.ie\/general-aviation\/drones\/rpas-aerial-work-permission-holders\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can\nI Fly a Drone in Dublin?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If all the\nabove rules are respected, you should be able to fly your drone. After multiple\nresearch, it seems that the possible locations are restricted some areas of the\nLiffey River and Sandymount Beach at low tide. The same case applies to any\ncities and villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are\nthere any Weather Restrictions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you\nmust keep an eye on your drone at all times, you cannot fly your drone neither\nat night nor on foggy and cloudy days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9 Tips to Travel with a Drone<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A journey\nwith a drone needs both mental and physical preparation. Luggage is heavier, setting\nup takes a lot of time, laws differ in each country plus, things can go wrong\nat any time. When \u201cthe\u201d image is captured though, everything falls into place,\nand all the troubles go away. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Know your Regulations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First\nthing first: know the flying laws of the country you are about to visit. You are\nall covered for Ireland (at time of writing) now, but it is good to know that\nmany nations, such as India, Cuba or even Antartica strictly ban the use of\ndrones. They can be confiscated at the airport if not lawfully accepted or\nbecause of lack of legislation. You can\u2019t do anything against it (except fly\nback home) so don\u2019t forget to do your research!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tips for a Safe Departure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When purchasing such a valuable and expensive tool,\nyou want to stack all the odds in your favour for it to reach the destination\nsafely. A straightforward piece of advice: never put this baggage in the hold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To save money, you often have to spend money; and\nbuying a case is doubtlessly a worthy investment. In case something goes wrong,\nprivate insurances also cover from any damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve completed the IAA registration steps, don\u2019t\nforget to print out your proof of regulations as it might be requested (better\nbe safe than sorry!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before planning any departure, you have to make sure\nthe drone is in a secure container\/ backpack, turned off and with a\nconsiderable memory card (You won\u2019t get enough of Irish aerial shots!). We\nrecommend you to remove the batteries while packing and put them in a separate\nbox before scanning to avoid both lag and hassle when passing airport security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most drone batteries are lithium-based, a flammable\nelement. If you take the risk to put your drone as checked baggage, you will\nhave to keep your power units with you. As Ireland, most aviation laws prohibit\nfrom leaving them in the hold (check below).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Battery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another endorsed expenditure: power units. Drone\nbattery lives do not last long and take a while to charge when plugged (40 to\n80 minutes) fully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check with your airline for size, amount and watt-hour\nlimitations. In Ireland (and Europe), it should not exceed 100Wh (2 grams).\nFrom 101Wh to 160Wh: your operator must grant you with authorisation. Higher\ncapacities are not permitted. To measure the Wh, multiply the Voltage with the\nAmpere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IAA laws also require you to pack them in individual compartments,\nas there are probabilities of court-circuits and ignition. Original packaging,\nplastic pouch or a case will do the trick. If you notice an abnormal reaction\nsuch as swelling, heat or fumes; please contact a crewmember immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If renting or travelling by car, an auto inverter is a\ngreat alternative. Make sure you always sleep with one battery charged. It will\navoid a lot of disappointment the next day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold batteries work like human bodies, they need more\nenergy to keep warm, and they find it within their own load. Keep them safe in\na balmy place, so their lives do not diminish. Conversely, find a cool corner when\nthe blazing sun, otherwise they will burn. Never leave them in a scorching car\nor at direct sunlight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your\nremote control works with your phone make sure it\u2019s fully charged as well.\nHard-core users, remember your power bank too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Repair Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending\non the length of your journey, you might want to carry a repair kit and some\nspare parts (such as propellers). You never know what can go wrong! When\nassembling your fixing gear, make sure you are not carrying prohibited sharp\nitems. Ireland strictly proscribes \u201c<em>tools\nwith a blade or a shaft of more than 6 cm capable of use as a weapon, such as\nscrewdrivers and chisels.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If so or\nunsure, put your toolbox as checked baggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Freezing cold or burning hot: what\nto do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The consequences of an overheated (or freezing) drone\ncan result in disaster as it suddenly stops functioning, and can fall without\nwarning or worst burn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2018, Irish temperatures went as low as -7\u00b0C\n(19.4\u00b0F) and as high as 32\u00b0C (89.6\u00b0F). Typical flying performances range go\nfrom 0\u00b0C to 40\u00b0C (32\u00b0F to 104\u00b0F). If flying in a very hot (or frigid) weather,\nit is required to check the spectrum of degrees your drone can operate on. Fireproof\nbags are also available. We never know you might be visiting the Danakil\nDepression in Ethiopia, the hottest place on earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare your Drone to Take-off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up a drone for the ideal flight conditions can\nbe time-consuming when unprepared. Do some research on Google Earth\/ Satellite\nto find both the right spot and your angle of approach. Don\u2019t forget to track\nthe sun direction and the weather. In Ireland, it rains most of the year, the\ndriest periods occur during April, May and July. From mid-spring to the last\nmonth of summer, the sun is out for approximately 5.5 hours per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Don\u2019t<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Drink and Fly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Irish regulations might not state it literally, but\nits law forbids flying your drone when under the influence of drugs or alcohol.\nLike any vehicle commanded when intoxicated, you won\u2019t have full control, and\nyou&#8217;ll inevitably be a hazard to others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#8&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; What about the Wind?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All year long, the winds are omnipotent in the\nnorthern areas of Ireland. The rest of the country have stronger air currents\nfrom late autumn to early spring. Powerful gales can swipe away your wigged\ncamera or worst, hurt someone or an animal. When so, even experienced pilots\nshould travel light and leave their drone in a safe environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is highly advised to train (a lot) and have full\ncontrol before flying your drone on weaker winds (or in general). &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Don\u2019t forget you\u2019re in a Wild\nTerritory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As raised\npreviously, humans and material are protected from any casualties by law. Let\u2019s\nuse our common sense to remember our beautiful wildlife and avoid hurting them.\nKeep in mind that you are entering a bird territory where an adjacent drone is\ndefinitely a threat. Large feathered creatures won\u2019t hesitate to strike if you\nget too close. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>9 Essential Tips for Traveling with a Drone in Ireland and How to Avoid Persecution Preparing to travel with a drone is a cultural journey itself as each government has its own regulation. 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