Flying a remotely controlled aircraft or drone is an increasingly popular activity and if you are thinking of bringing one with you on vacation, please take note of the new policy now in effect at Royal Resorts. We want all our members and guests to have a wonderful vacation and we urge you to follow the rules in accordance with the regulations set forth in Circular CO AV23/10 R2, issued by the Ministry of Communication and Transport:
- The drone must be exclusively for recreational use. No other use is permitted.
- The maximum weight is 2 kilograms (4.409 lb.). Drones that weigh more than 2 kg are not permitted.
- The maximum flying height is 122 meters (400 feet).
- Drones should be operated in the line of sight and at a distance of no more than 450 meters (1,476 feet) from the pilot.
- The maximum speed is 20 kilometers per hour (12 mph).
- Drones can only be flown during the day.
- They must not be used to drop objects that could cause injuries or damage to property.
- Drones may operate over areas where there are people as long as the privacy of bystanders is respected and the aircraft flies at a minimum height of 46 meters (150 feet).
- They can be flown freely in outdoor spaces where there are no obstacles, for example the beach.
- They cannot be flown indoors, along corridors, on villa terraces, in pool areas or the Resort gardens.
- They cannot be flown close to villas or in order to take photos or video of villa interiors.
- They cannot be used to record or photograph any member or guest without their express consent.
- The RPAS or drone must be made of fragile material that bends, breaks or gives way on impact in order to minimize the risk to persons or objects in the event of a collision.
- The pilot or owner of the RPAS or drone is responsible for any damage or incident caused as a result of its use. The Resort cannot be held responsible.
Non-compliance with these rules will result in the confiscation of the drone and it will not be returned until the owner leaves the Resort.
