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Updated June 9, 2025

Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile

The Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC) is France's civil aviation authority, implementing European Union drone regulations within French airspace. DGAC oversees UAS operator registration, pilot certification, operational authorizations, and safety compliance for all unmanned aircraft operations in France.

Regulator Overview

Basic information about Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile

Full Name

Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile

Jurisdiction

FR

Alternative Names

DGAC France, French Civil Aviation Authority, Direction Générale Aviation Civile

Notable Facts

Important information about drone regulations

Operator registration valid throughout EU/EASA member states
Maximum VLOS altitude 120m AGL in uncontrolled airspace
Night operations allowed with appropriate lighting and authorization
Special permissions required for operations near airports and populated areas
Cross-border operations with EU countries facilitated by regulatory alignment
Environmental protection zones around historical sites require special permits

Unit Systems

Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction

Weight

grams

Distance

meters

Altitude

meters

Speed

km/h

Regulations

Current regulations and frameworks for drone operations

TitleEffective Date
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947REG-1December 31, 2020
Arrêté du 3 décembre 2020REG-2December 31, 2020

Official Resources

About this regulatory authority

Country

FR

Region

National

Type

National

Updated

6/9/2025

Contact Information

How to reach Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile

www.ecologie.gouv.fr/drones-et-aeromodelisme
Last updated: 6/9/2025