The guide to Superyacht law - Fourth edition

Can I fly a drone over nearby superyachts or in a marina? • Not unless you have permission from the relevant authorities. The law prohibits flying small unmanned surveillance aircraft (ie a drone fitted with a camera or other data collecting technology) within 50 metres of any superyacht, vehicle, structure or person not under the control of the person in charge of the aircraft, unless the Civil Aviation Authority has granted approval for such activity • If your superyacht is flagged under the British Red Ensign, you may fly a drone to capture photos and video footage over your own superyacht and the surrounding area as long as you comply with the restrictions above. In the territorial waters of other jurisdictions, the laws of those jurisdictions must be followed • The FAA rules prohibit recreational drone users from flying drones over any persons not directly participating in the operation of the drone. This rule applies to drones used for commercial purposes • In the first instance, report the incident to the relevant authorities. If the drone operator has not complied with the relevant rules and regulations regarding drone use the authorities will address this • It may be possible to sue the drone operator for trespass or nuisance depending on the level of intrusion, however, the law is still developing in this area Don’t attempt to disable the drone or interfere with any equipment on the drone, such as cameras or recording devices, as doing so is likely to amount to criminal damage. but may be waived by the FAA in certain circumstances How can I stop a drone flying over my superyacht?

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