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Makopong Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Makopong Border Post is a remote crossing with low traffic but active security control. Drone use carries moderate risk due to border sensitivity. Pilots should avoid flying near the crossing without authorization.

Risk Level:
Moderate Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border restrictions apply
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Phitshane Molopo Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Phitshane Molopo is a small border crossing between Botswana and South Africa with active customs and security operations. Drone use carries moderate to high risk due to border sensitivity and personnel movement. Pilots should avoid flying near the border unless authorized.

Risk Level:
Moderate to High Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities and security areas
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border security restrictions apply
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Ramokgwebana Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Ramokgwebana is a major Botswana–Zimbabwe crossing with heavy traffic and security operations. Drone use carries high risk due to border sensitivity and transport activity. Avoid flying near the crossing.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid border and road facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- High vehicle traffic
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Ngoma Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Ngoma Border Post is a key crossing near Chobe with active tourism and security operations. Drone use carries high risk due to border and wildlife sensitivity. Avoid flying near the crossing.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid bridge and facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Tourism and border sensitivity
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Bray Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Bray is a small border crossing with low traffic but active security control. Drone use carries moderate risk due to border sensitivity. Avoid flying near the crossing.

Risk Level:
Moderate Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border restrictions apply
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Derdepoort / Sikwane – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Derdepoort is a regional crossing with steady movement of vehicles and personnel. Drone use carries moderate to high risk due to border operations. Avoid flying near the crossing.

Risk Level:
Moderate to High Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Security restrictions apply
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Stockpoort / Parr’s Halt – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Stockpoort is a quiet border crossing with occasional activity. Drone use carries moderate risk due to security presence. Avoid flying near the area.

Risk Level:
Moderate Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border sensitivity applies
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Platjan Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Platjan is a remote border crossing with low traffic but active security operations. Drone use carries moderate risk due to border sensitivity. Avoid flying near the crossing.

Risk Level:
Moderate Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Low traffic but sensitive area
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Pont Drift Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Pont Drift is a seasonal border crossing in a remote tourism area. Drone use carries moderate to high risk due to border control and tourism activity. Avoid flying near the crossing without permission.

Risk Level:
Moderate to High Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid crossing point and facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross borders

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Seasonal operations
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Zanzibar Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Zanzibar Border Post is a smaller crossing with active customs operations. Drone use carries moderate to high risk due to security sensitivity. Pilots should avoid flying near the area.

Risk Level:
Moderate to High Risk

Best Practice:
- Avoid border facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross borders

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border sensitivity applies
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Ramotswa Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Ramotswa Border Post is an active crossing between Botswana and South Africa with ongoing customs and security operations. Drone use carries high risk due to border sensitivity and movement of vehicles and personnel. Pilots should avoid flying near the border unless authorized.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid border and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders
- Land immediately if instructed

Notes:
- CAAB approval required
- Border security restrictions apply
- Not an official controlled airspace designation

Pioneer Gate Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Pioneer Gate is a major international border crossing between Botswana and South Africa with active customs, immigration, and security operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and heavy traffic flow. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Kopfontein Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Kopfontein Border Post is a major international border crossing between Botswana and South Africa with active customs, immigration, and security operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and heavy vehicle and personnel movement. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Tlokweng Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Tlokweng Border Post is a major international border crossing between Botswana and South Africa with active immigration, customs, and security operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity, heavy traffic movement, and proximity to Gaborone controlled airspace. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Proximity to Gaborone increases operational sensitivity
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Bokspits Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Bokspits Border Post is a remote international border crossing between Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from all relevant countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Dobe Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Dobe Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Namibia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Mamuno Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Mamuno Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Namibia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Kazangula Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Kazangula Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Zimbabwe with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Mohembo Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Kazangula Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Zambia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Kazangula Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Kazangula Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Zambia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Pandamatenga Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Pandamatenga Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Zimbabwe with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Mohembo Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Kazangula Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Zambia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Mohembo Border Post – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Mohembo Border Post is a sensitive international border crossing between Botswana and Namibia with active security and border control operations. Drone use in this area carries high risk due to border security sensitivity and possible government enforcement activity. Pilots should avoid flying near the border post unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
High Risk (Restricted/Sensitive Area)

Best Practice:
- Avoid flying near the border crossing and security facilities
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Do not cross international borders with a drone
- Be prepared to land immediately if requested by authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Border areas may have additional security restrictions
- Cross-border drone operations require authorization from both countries
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Tsodilo Hills – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Tsodilo Hills is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with significant cultural, historical, and archaeological importance. Drone use is highly restricted due to heritage protection laws and sensitivity of the site. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
Very High Risk (Restricted Area)

Best Practice:
- Do not fly without official permission
- Avoid all heritage and culturally sensitive areas
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Respect site regulations and local authorities

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Additional permissions required from heritage and tourism authorities
- This is a protected cultural site with strict regulations
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

Parliament (Gaborone) – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
Parliament in Gaborone is a high-security government facility with strict access and surveillance controls. Drone use in this area carries very high risk due to national security sensitivity and proximity to controlled airspace. Pilots should treat the area as restricted and avoid flying unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
Very High Risk (Restricted Area)

Best Practice:
- Do not fly without official authorization
- Avoid all surrounding government and security areas
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Be prepared for immediate enforcement action if operating nearby

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Area is a national government and security-sensitive site
- Proximity to Gaborone controlled airspace increases operational sensitivity
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation

State House (Gaborone) – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
State House in Gaborone is a high-security government facility with strict access and surveillance controls. Drone use in this area carries very high risk due to national security sensitivity and proximity to controlled airspace. Pilots should treat the area as restricted and avoid flying unless explicit authorization is obtained.

Risk Level:
Very High Risk (Restricted Area)

Best Practice:
- Do not fly under any circumstances without official authorization
- Avoid all surrounding government and security areas
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Be prepared for immediate enforcement action if operating nearby

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Area is a national security site with strict protection measures
- Proximity to Gaborone controlled airspace increases operational sensitivity
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation