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Updated August 20, 2025

Civil Aviation Authority of Israel

The Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) is the national aviation regulatory authority responsible for overseeing all civil aviation activities within Israeli airspace. Under the Israeli Aviation Law and Civil Aviation Regulations, CAAI regulates unmanned aircraft operations, issues operator licenses and flight permits, enforces airspace restrictions, and coordinates drone operations with national security considerations and air traffic control systems.

Regulator Overview

Basic information about Civil Aviation Authority of Israel

Full Name

Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI)

Established

2005

Type

National Aviation Authority

Jurisdiction

IL

Alternative Names

CAAI, רשות התעופה האזרחית

Notable Facts

Important information about drone regulations

Strict airspace restrictions due to security considerations and military coordination requirements
Maximum altitude 50m AGL for recreational drones, higher altitudes require special permits
No-fly zones include all airports, military installations, and border areas
Flight authorization required for operations near critical infrastructure
Mandatory coordination with air traffic control for commercial operations
Pilot courses available in Hebrew, Arabic, and English

Unit Systems

Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction

Weight

Grams (g)

Distance

Meters (m)

Altitude

Meters (m)

Speed

metric

Regulations

Current regulations and frameworks for drone operations

TitleEffective Date
Civil Aviation Regulations Part 11REG-2December 1, 2018
Israeli Aviation LawREG-1January 1, 2018

Official Resources

About this regulatory authority

Country

IL

Region

National

Type

National Aviation Authority

Updated

8/20/2025

Contact Information

How to reach Civil Aviation Authority of Israel

Last updated: August 20, 2025