Drone Rules for Ken Jones Aerodrome

Saint Margarets Bay, Portland Parish (Portland Parish) • Jamaica

5FX9+GQ7, St Margarets Bay, Jamaica

Lat: 18.1988 • Lng: -76.5306

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May 29, 2026 5:18 PM Approved • Added an airspace restriction for Ken Jones Aerodrome, documented the JCAA 5 km aerodrome exclusion zone, clarified the aerodrome's operational status, and provided official aviation sources supporting the restriction.

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Your proposed edit for Ken Jones Aerodrome has been approved. The rule now accurately reflects the JCAA's 5 km no-fly zone and provides detailed information about the aerodrome's operations.

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https://www.jis.gov.jm/information/get-the-facts/safe-use-of-jamaicas-airspace/ — Government of Jamaica guidance confirming drones must operate at least 5 km from aerodromes and airports.
https://www.jcaa.gov.jm/recreational-ua-operators-or-hobbyists/ — Official JCAA recreational drone regulations include the 5 km aerodrome exclusion requirement and operational limitations.

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The JCAA rule applies to any aerodrome, not just busy airports. Recreational drones must not operate within 5,000 meters (16,500 ft) of an aerodrome.

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Summary	—	Ken Jones Aerodrome (MKKJ/POT) is a public aerodrome located near Port Antonio in Portland Parish, Jamaica. Although the aerodrome currently has limited aviation activity and no regular scheduled airline service, it remains an operational aerodrome under the Airports Authority of Jamaica.
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Ken Jones Aerodrome (ICAO: MKKJ, IATA: POT) is a public aerodrome located approximately 10 km west of Port Antonio. The facility is owned and operated by the Airports Authority of Jamaica and remains listed as a public aerodrome despite limited commercial activity. The aerodrome serves general aviation, charter operations, and potential future aviation services.


Under Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) recreational unmanned aircraft regulations:

Unmanned aircraft shall not be operated within 16,500 feet (5,000 meters) of any aerodrome or rotorcraft-designated landing zones, such as helipads.

Additional JCAA requirements include:

Maximum altitude of 400 ft (122 m).
Maximum operating distance of 500 m from the pilot.
Aircraft must remain within visual line of sight.
FPV-only operations are not permitted.
Operations must remain clear of crowds and uninvolved persons.
Commercial drone operations require JCAA authorization.

Drone pilots visiting Port Antonio, San San, Frenchman's Cove, Boston Bay, and surrounding coastal areas should verify their distance from Ken Jones Aerodrome before flight. Even where airline activity appears minimal, the aerodrome remains protected under Jamaican aviation regulations.

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+ Ken Jones Aerodrome (ICAO: MKKJ, IATA: POT) is a public aerodrome located approximately 10 km west of Port Antonio. The facility is owned and operated by the Airports Authority of Jamaica and remains listed as a public aerodrome despite limited commercial activity. The aerodrome serves general aviation, charter operations, and potential future aviation services.
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+ Under Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) recreational unmanned aircraft regulations:
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+ Unmanned aircraft shall not be operated within 16,500 feet (5,000 meters) of any aerodrome or rotorcraft-designated landing zones, such as helipads.
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+ Additional JCAA requirements include:
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+ Maximum altitude of 400 ft (122 m).
+ Maximum operating distance of 500 m from the pilot.
+ Aircraft must remain within visual line of sight.
+ FPV-only operations are not permitted.
+ Operations must remain clear of crowds and uninvolved persons.
+ Commercial drone operations require JCAA authorization.
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+ Drone pilots visiting Port Antonio, San San, Frenchman's Cove, Boston Bay, and surrounding coastal areas should verify their distance from Ken Jones Aerodrome before flight. Even where airline activity appears minimal, the aerodrome remains protected under Jamaican aviation regulations.