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Tiltil, Santiago Metropolitan Region (Santiago Metropolitan Region)
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Tiltil, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
Lat: -33.1089 • Lng: -70.7776
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- https://www.dgac.gob.cl/aeronaves-2/ — Aeromodelling in Chile is treated as a serious aeronautical activity, not a toy-based hobby. Your standing as a pilot depends on your strict adherence to the DAN 151 regulatory framework and your active participation in federated club safety culture.
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| Flight status | Unknown | Allowed |
| Summary | — | Fly Status: Federated System. There is no single "Club de Aeromodelismo de Chile." Instead, the hobby is organized through local clubs affiliated with the FEACH (Federación Aérea de Chile) or the CMA (Club de Aeromodelismo) umbrella associations. |
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Explanation Aeromodelling in Chile is highly regulated to ensure safety in airspace shared by professional aviation. Most legitimate clubs are private, member-only facilities that provide the legal infrastructure (insurance and standardized safety zones) required by the DGAC. Attempting to fly in non-club areas—especially near the Santiago Basin or coastal airports—without following strict aeronautical protocols is illegal and subject to heavy fines. Core Requirements for 2026 (Chile): DGAC Registration: You must register as an operator of RPAS/models over 250g through the DGAC official portal. Your aircraft must carry your registration ID. Operational Rules (DAN 151): Maximum altitude: 120 meters (400 feet) AGL. Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) is mandatory. Prohibited in controlled airspace (CTR) unless authorized by the local airport authority. Club Infrastructure: Official clubs in Chile (like those in Carén, Hualpén, or regional chapters) provide the mandatory safety "pits," flight lines, and frequency management needed to prevent crashes and ensure compliance with municipal noise laws. How to be "Socially Accepted": Find your local club: Use the FEACH directory to find the nearest authorized club. Do not attempt to "self-teach" in public parks or unauthorized fields. Safety Briefing: Upon joining any club, you are expected to complete a safety briefing. Understanding frequency management (to prevent interference) and the club's "flight line" rotation system is the baseline for being accepted by the community. Documentation: Keep your DGAC registration proof and membership card on your person whenever you are at a flying field.
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+ Explanation + Aeromodelling in Chile is highly regulated to ensure safety in airspace shared by professional aviation. Most legitimate clubs are private, member-only facilities that provide the legal infrastructure (insurance and standardized safety zones) required by the DGAC. Attempting to fly in non-club areas—especially near the Santiago Basin or coastal airports—without following strict aeronautical protocols is illegal and subject to heavy fines. + + Core Requirements for 2026 (Chile): + + DGAC Registration: You must register as an operator of RPAS/models over 250g through the DGAC official portal. Your aircraft must carry your registration ID. + + Operational Rules (DAN 151): + + Maximum altitude: 120 meters (400 feet) AGL. + + Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) is mandatory. + + Prohibited in controlled airspace (CTR) unless authorized by the local airport authority. + + Club Infrastructure: Official clubs in Chile (like those in Carén, Hualpén, or regional chapters) provide the mandatory safety "pits," flight lines, and frequency management needed to prevent crashes and ensure compliance with municipal noise laws. + + How to be "Socially Accepted": + + Find your local club: Use the FEACH directory to find the nearest authorized club. Do not attempt to "self-teach" in public parks or unauthorized fields. + + Safety Briefing: Upon joining any club, you are expected to complete a safety briefing. Understanding frequency management (to prevent interference) and the club's "flight line" rotation system is the baseline for being accepted by the community. + + Documentation: Keep your DGAC registration proof and membership card on your person whenever you are at a flying field.