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Drone Rules for Beijing Capital International Airport
Beijing (Beijing)
• China
3JH3+W6X, Shunyi District, Beijing, China
Lat: 40.0799 • Lng: 116.603
Rules Edit History: Beijing Capital International Airport
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May 28, 2026 9:52 PM
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• Added the ban that started on May 1, 2026. This makes the airport zone a strict no-fly area with no exceptions for tourists or hobbyists.
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Your proposed rule edit has been approved. It accurately reflects the new drone regulations in Beijing, effective May 1, 2026, including the ban on drone flights, sales, and transport, as well as registration requirements.
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| Field | Before | After |
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| Rule category | Ground | Air |
| Flight status | Unknown | NoFly |
| Summary | — | Flying drones is completely banned at Beijing Capital Airport. As of May 2026, the restriction covers the entire city, so no recreational flights are allowed anywhere near the airport. You cannot even bring a drone into the city or buy one locally. |
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## Restriction: - The whole airport zone and Beijing city are off-limits. You need special government approval to fly, which is not granted for hobby use. - Carrying a drone through the airport or into the city by train or car is illegal. - If you own a drone, you must register it with authorities, but this does not allow you to fly in this zone. - Breaking these rules means your drone will be taken away, and you could face heavy fines or criminal charges.
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+ ## Restriction: + + - The whole airport zone and Beijing city are off-limits. You need special government approval to fly, which is not granted for hobby use. + + - Carrying a drone through the airport or into the city by train or car is illegal. + + - If you own a drone, you must register it with authorities, but this does not allow you to fly in this zone. + + - Breaking these rules means your drone will be taken away, and you could face heavy fines or criminal charges.