Drone Rules for Lake Macquarie Airport

Belmont, New South Wales (NSW) • Australia

864 Pacific Hwy, Belmont NSW 2280, Australia

Lat: -33.0662 • Lng: 151.651

Rules Edit History: Lake Macquarie Airport

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Jun 5, 2026 4:41 AM Approved • Initial rule details submitted from the map.

Author: d34a0f5b-dfd8-4007-99b2-f300b9e227f1 (236)

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Your proposed edit has been approved. Drone flights near Lake Macquarie Airport require caution due to its proximity to uncontrolled airspace. For more information, please refer to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) guidelines on flying near airports.

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https://www.casa.gov.au/knowyourdrone/drone-rules

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Summary	—	Flights at Lake Macquarie Airport are allowed, but there are certain precautions that should be taken.
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Near smaller airports without control towers, you are allowed to fly your drone within 5.5 km. If you notice a crewed aircraft nearby, move away and land your drone with haste and safety.

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+ Near smaller airports without control towers, you are allowed to fly your drone within 5.5 km. If you notice a crewed aircraft nearby, move away and land your drone with haste and safety.
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