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Can I Fly a Drone in Glasgow?

Complete Map & Rules Explained · Updated for CAP 722

Glasgow Airport's FRZ covers Paisley and Renfrew to the west. The city centre and East End are open Class G airspace, with stunning legal flying available around Loch Lomond just north.

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Glasgow Drone Map Rules & Flight Restriction Zones

Glasgow Airport FRZ

Covers Paisley, Renfrew and Clydebank. ATC permission required.

City Council Parks

Glasgow City Council requires permission for drone take-off from public parks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I fly a drone over the Clyde?

East of the FRZ boundary, yes — sub-250g drones may fly up to 400ft over the river avoiding bridges with pedestrians and moored vessels.

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