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Drone Rules for Makopong Border Post

Makopong, Kgalagadi District (kgalagadi-district) • Botswana
JXMF+R3F, Makopong, Botswana
Lat: -25.3654 • Lng: 22.9727

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Rule category Ground Air
Flight status Unknown NoFly
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.
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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
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+ Makopong Border Post – Drone Flying Summary
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+ 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.
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+ Risk Level:
+ Moderate Risk
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+ Best Practice:
+ - Avoid border and security facilities
+ - Maintain visual line of sight
+ - Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
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+ Notes:
+ - CAAB approval required
+ - Border restrictions apply
+ - Not an official controlled airspace designation