Updated August 20, 2025
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) administers aviation safety and airspace management under the Civil Aviation Act. CAAT issues operating licenses, enforces compliance, coordinates with NBTC for frequency allocation, authorizes drone flight activities, and imposes penalties for violations.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
Full Name
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT)
Jurisdiction
TH
Alternative Names
CAAT, Thai CAA
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Dual registration system: NBTC for all drones, CAAT for cameras and >2kg drones
Maximum altitude 90m, flights only 06:00-18:00
No operations in restricted/martial zones or within 9km of airports without authorization
Minimum distances: 30m for <2kg drones, 50m for 2-25kg drones
Legacy site uav.caat.or.th deprecated June 2025, all services now through UAS Portal
Temporary nationwide drone ban lift from 16-31 August 2025 demonstrates regulatory adaptability
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 |
|---|---|
| CAAT UAS RegulationsREG-2 | December 31, 2019 |
| Civil Aviation ActREG-1 | December 31, 2018 |
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
TH
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/20/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand
Last updated: 8/20/2025