Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil
The Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC) Peru, under the Ministry of Transport and Communications, regulates unmanned aircraft systems throughout Peruvian airspace. DGAC oversees drone registration, pilot certification, operational permits, and safety compliance.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil
Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil
PE
DGAC Peru, Peru DGAC, Peruvian Civil Aviation
Key Facts
- High altitude operations require special consideration due to Andean geography
- Archaeological sites including Machu Picchu have strict flight prohibitions
- Amazon region operations require environmental impact considerations
- Mining industry represents significant commercial UAS application
- Cross-border operations with neighboring countries require coordination
- Seasonal weather patterns affect operational permissions in different regions
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
Resolución Directoral No. 063-2015-MTC/12
Regulation establishing operational requirements for remotely piloted aircraft systems
View SourceRAP 91 (Reglas de Vuelo)
Peruvian aviation regulation including provisions for UAS flight operations
View SourceOfficial Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
PE
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/21/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil
Weight Thresholds
Drone weight categories and associated requirements
| Weight | Category | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 249 grams (g) | License Category 1 | Required |
| 250+ grams (g) | Registration Required | Required |
| 250 - 2000 grams (g) | License Category 2 | Required |
| 2001 - 25000 grams (g) | License Category 3 | Required |
| 25001+ grams (g) | License Category 4 | Required |