Updated August 5, 2026
Civil Aviation Authority Malaysia
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) regulates unmanned aircraft systems under Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 (CAR 2016), Regulations 140–144. All UAS flights require prior authorisation via Standard Authorisation to Fly (ATF) submitted at least 14 working days before the proposed flight. Drones must be SIRIM-certified with MCMC approval.
Overview
Full name
Civil Aviation Authority Malaysia
Type
Government Agency
Jurisdiction
MY
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
All UAS operations require CAAM authorisation (Standard ATF)
Max altitude 400 ft without authorisation; no flying in controlled airspace without approval
Drones must be SIRIM-certified with MCMC label
UAS over 20 kg require enhanced authorisation
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
Kilograms (kg)
Distance
metric
Altitude
Meters (m)
Speed
Kilometers per hour (km/h)
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
MY
Region
National
Type
Government Agency
Updated
8/5/2026
Last updated: August 5, 2026