Updated August 5, 2026
South African Civil Aviation Authority
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) regulates remotely piloted aircraft systems under Part 101 of the Civil Aviation Regulations (effective 1 July 2015). All UAS must be registered and approved via a Letter of Authority before use. Commercial operations require a Remote Pilot Licence and RPAS Operators Certificate (ROC).
Overview
Full name
South African Civil Aviation Authority
Type
Government Agency
Jurisdiction
ZA
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Part 101 governs commercial, corporate, non-profit, and private RPAS operations
Part 94 applies to hobbyist/model aircraft operations
All UAS must be registered and hold Letter of Authority before use
ROC and Remote Pilot Licence required for Part 101 commercial operations
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
Kilograms (kg)
Distance
metric
Altitude
Meters (m)
Speed
Kilometers per hour (km/h)
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
ZA
Region
National
Type
Government Agency
Updated
8/5/2026
Last updated: August 5, 2026