Updated August 20, 2025

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

Full Name

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA)

Jurisdiction

Alternative Names

DCAA, سلطة الطيران المدني دبي

Notable Facts

Important information about drone regulations

Pioneer in urban drone delivery services with regulatory sandbox programs

Designated drone corridors for commercial operations in Dubai

Integration with smart city initiatives and urban air mobility planning

Maximum altitude 120m AGL, reduced near airports and heliports

Mandatory geofencing systems for commercial drones

Special permits available for filming, surveying, and emergency services

Unit Systems

Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction

Weight

grams

Distance

meters

Altitude

meters

Speed

km/h

Regulations

Current regulations and frameworks for drone operations

Title	Effective Date	Description
DCAA Circular No. 2018-02REG-2	February 28, 2018	Dubai-specific regulations for unmanned aircraft systems operations and permits
UAE Federal Aviation Law No. 20 of 1991REG-1	December 31, 1990	Federal aviation legislation governing all aircraft operations in the UAE

Official Resources

About this regulatory authority

Country

Region

National

Type

National

Updated

8/20/2025

Contact Information

How to reach Dubai Civil Aviation Authority

dcaa.gov.ae/en

Last updated: 8/20/2025

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