Updated August 19, 2025
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is Australia's national aviation safety regulator responsible for regulating drone operations through the Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) framework.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Full Name
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Established
1995
Type
national
Jurisdiction
AU
Alternative Names
Australia CASA, CASA Australia
Key Facts
- Registration required for drones ≥250g
- Weight categories: Micro ≤250g, Very Small >250g-2kg, Small >2kg-25kg, Medium >25kg-150kg
- Operator accreditation required for commercial use
- Maximum altitude 120m (400ft) AGL
- ReOC (Remotely piloted aircraft Operator's Certificate) for larger operations
- Excluded category operations for drones up to 25kg over own land
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
Grams (g)
Distance
Meters (m)
Altitude
Feet (ft)
Speed
km/h
Regulations
Key drone regulations and requirements
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations Part 101
Code: CASR Part 101
Unmanned aircraft and rocket operations
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
AU
Region
National
Type
national
Updated
8/19/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Last updated: 8/19/2025