Updated August 21, 2025
Austro Control GmbH
Austro Control GmbH is Austria's air navigation service provider and aviation authority, implementing European Union drone regulations within Austrian airspace. Austro Control oversees UAS operator registration, pilot certification, operational authorizations, and airspace management for unmanned aircraft operations.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Austro Control GmbH
Full Name
Austro Control GmbH
Jurisdiction
AT
Alternative Names
Austro Control, ACG, Austrian Aviation Authority
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Alpine operations require special consideration for mountain weather conditions
Tourist areas may have seasonal flight restrictions during peak periods
Cross-border operations with neighboring EU countries facilitated
Environmental protection zones around national parks require permits
Night operations allowed with appropriate lighting and authorization
Professional certification pathways for commercial operations in mountainous terrain
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 |
|---|---|
| Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947REG-1 | December 31, 2020 |
| Luftfahrtgesetz (LFG)REG-2 | December 31, 2020 |
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
AT
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/21/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Austro Control GmbH
Last updated: 8/21/2025