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Drone Rules for Platjan Border Control (Botswana)
Baines Drift, Kgaolo ya Legare (kgaolo-ya-legare)
• Botswana
Unnamed Road, GR8J+2H8, Baines Drift, Botswana
Lat: -22.485 • Lng: 28.8315
Ground
Not fully verified
Last updated: May 24, 2026
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.
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