Updated August 21, 2025
Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego
The Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego (ULC) is Poland's Civil Aviation Authority, implementing European Union drone regulations within Polish airspace. ULC oversees UAS operator registration, pilot certification, operational authorizations, and safety enforcement for all unmanned aircraft operations.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego
Full Name
Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego
Jurisdiction
PL
Alternative Names
ULC, Poland ULC, Polish Civil Aviation Authority
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Border areas with non-EU countries require special operational considerations
Historical sites and cultural heritage areas have flight restrictions
Seasonal hunting areas may have temporary flight limitations
Cross-border operations with EU countries facilitated by regulatory alignment
Growing commercial use in agriculture and infrastructure inspection
Winter operations require additional safety considerations for cold weather
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 |
|---|---|
| Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947REG-1 | December 31, 2020 |
| Ustawa Prawo lotniczeREG-2 | December 31, 2020 |
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
PL
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/21/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego
Last updated: 8/21/2025