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Drone Rules for Orapa Airport
Orapa, Central District (central-district)
• Botswana
P8M9+9CG, Orapa, Botswana
Lat: -21.2666 • Lng: 25.3186
Air
Permission required
Last updated: May 23, 2026
Summary
Orapa Airport is an active regional airstrip serving mining and charter operations, with regular light aircraft traffic. Drone operations in the area carry moderate to high risk due to frequent low-flying aircraft. Pilots should avoid flying near the airstrip and remain highly alert at all times
Orapa Airport – Drone Flying Summary
Summary: Orapa Airport is an active regional airstrip serving mining and charter operations, with regular light aircraft traffic. Drone operations in the area carry moderate to high risk due to frequent low-flying aircraft. Pilots should avoid flying near the airstrip and remain highly alert at all times.
Risk Level: Moderate to High Risk
Best Practice:
- Avoid flying within at least 5 km of the airport
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Be prepared to land immediately if aircraft are seen or heard
- Avoid all approach and departure paths
Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Area supports mining operations and regular charter flights
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation