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
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
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
| Title | Effective Date |
|---|---|
| Civil Aviation Directive 6011 (CAD 6011)REG-2 | December 31, 2019 |
| Civil Aviation Regulation 2016 (CAR 2016)REG-1 | December 31, 2015 |
Official 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