Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) administers aviation safety and airspace management under the Civil Aviation Act. CAAT issues operating licenses, enforces compliance, coordinates with NBTC for frequency allocation, authorizes drone flight activities, and imposes penalties for violations.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT)
TH
CAAT, Thai CAA
Key Facts
- Dual registration system: NBTC for all drones, CAAT for cameras and >2kg drones
- Maximum altitude 90m, flights only 06:00-18:00
- No operations in restricted/martial zones or within 9km of airports without authorization
- Minimum distances: 30m for <2kg drones, 50m for 2-25kg drones
- Legacy site uav.caat.or.th deprecated June 2025, all services now through UAS Portal
- Temporary nationwide drone ban lift from 16-31 August 2025 demonstrates regulatory adaptability
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 Act
Primary legislation governing aviation safety and drone operations in Thailand
View SourceCAAT UAS Regulations
Specific regulations for unmanned aircraft systems operations and registration
View SourceOfficial Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
TH
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/20/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
Weight Thresholds
Drone weight categories and associated requirements
| Weight | Category | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 0+ grams (g) | Registration Required | Required |
| 0+ grams (g) | License Category 1 | Required |
| 0+ grams (g) | License Category 2 | Required |
| 2001 - 25000 grams (g) | License Category 3 | Required |
| 25001+ grams (g) | License Category 4 | Required |