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Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) regulates civil aviation within Dubai emirate under UAE federal aviation law. DCAA oversees unmanned aircraft operations, issues flight permits and operator licenses, enforces safety standards, coordinates with UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), and manages airspace integration for commercial drone operations including delivery services and urban air mobility initiatives.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA)
2007
National Aviation Authority
AE
DCAA, سلطة الطيران المدني دبي
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
Grams (g)
Distance
Meters (m)
Altitude
Meters (m)
Speed
metric
Regulations
Current regulations and frameworks for drone operations
| Title | Effective Date |
|---|---|
| DCAA Circular No. 2018-02REG-2 | March 1, 2018 |
| UAE Federal Aviation Law No. 20 of 1991REG-1 | January 1, 1991 |
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
AE
Region
National
Type
National Aviation Authority
Updated
8/20/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Dubai Civil Aviation Authority