Can I fly a drone in London?

Yes, you can fly a drone in parts of London, but there are significant restrictions.

Large areas of London fall within controlled airspace because of nearby airports such as Heathrow, London City Airport and Gatwick. Before flying, you should always check an approved airspace map or flight planning app to identify any Flight Restriction Zones (FRZs) or controlled airspace requirements.

Even where airspace permissions are not required, London's dense population creates additional challenges. UK drone laws require pilots to avoid putting people at risk, and flying over busy streets, events or crowds is unlikely to be legal or safe.

Many London boroughs and parks also have their own rules that restrict or prohibit drone operations on land they manage.