Drone Rules for Flugplatz Schwenningen am Neckar
Drone operations are strictly prohibited within 1.5 kilometers of the Schwenningen am Neckar airfield (EDTS) perimeter. Operating a drone inside this protection zone mandatory requires prior, explicit approval from the local airfield operator.
Operational Rules and Legal Framework for Verkehrslandeplatz Schwenningen am Neckar (EDTS)Legal Basis: Under Section 21h Paragraph 3 No. 1 of the German Aviation Regulation (LuftVO), drone flights are legally prohibited within 1.5 kilometers of the perimeter of this commercial airfield unless a specific geographical exception has been granted.Special Hazards: The airfield serves motorized planes, ultralights, and active glider operations. This creates localized low-altitude traffic, particularly during peak operating hours on weekends and sunny weekdays.Approval Procedure: Remote pilots seeking authorization for close-proximity operations must contact the Fliegergruppe Villingen-Schwenningen e.V. or the airport operating company directly before planning a flight.Local Contact: Schwenningen am Neckar Airfield, Spittelbronner Weg 62, 78056 Villingen-Schwenningen (Phone: +49 7720 5823).