Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) oversees civil aviation safety, licencing, and oversight of Unmanned Aircraft Systems under the Civil Aviation Regulation 2016 (CAR 2016) and associated Civil Aviation Directives (CAD). CAAM ensures compliance with national airspace classifications and coordinates with inter-agency partners such as MCMC on frequency assignments.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia
Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM)
MY
CAAM, Pihak Berkuasa Penerbangan Awam Malaysia
Key Facts
- Collaborates with SIRIM for electronics standard compliance and MCMC for frequency assignment
- Frequency bands: 433MHz-435MHz, 2.4GHz-2.5GHz, 5.725GHz-5.875GHz
- Remote Pilot Training Organisations (RPTO) require CAAM Certificate of Approval
- Special UAS Projects including BVLOS and dangerous goods carriage need Special UAS Project Approval
- Agricultural operations have specific Unmanned Aerial Work Certificate under CAD 6011 Part II
- Standard ATF applications processed through SI-01/2025 form for low-risk operations under 400ft AGL
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
grams
Distance
meters
Altitude
meters
Speed
Not specified
Regulations
Key drone regulations and requirements
Civil Aviation Regulation 2016 (CAR 2016)
Primary regulations covering UAS definitions and operating rules for varying weights and purposes
View SourceCivil Aviation Directive 6011 (CAD 6011)
Procedural directives for Standard ATF, RPTO COA, Agricultural UAWC, and Special UAS Project approvals
View SourceOfficial Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
MY
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/20/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia
Weight Thresholds
Drone weight categories and associated requirements
| Weight | Category | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 19999 grams (g) | License Category 1 | Required |
| 250+ grams (g) | Registration Required | Required |
| 20000+ grams (g) | License Category 2 | Required |