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Drone Rules for Sendai Airport

Natori, Miyagi (Miyagi) • Japan
Minamihara-無番地 Shimomasuda, Natori, Miyagi 989-2401, Japan
Lat: 38.1399 • Lng: 140.917

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Your proposed rule edit for Sendai Airport has been approved. The submitted source confirms that drone flights near the airport are prohibited under Japanese law, and the outline matches the restricted area.
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  • https://www.mlit.go.jp/en/koku/uas.html — As a remote pilot, your reputation depends on strict adherence to the Civil Aeronautics Act. Flying near airports is widely considered a reckless act in Japan and will likely result in immediate legal action, equipment seizure, and potential criminal prosecution.
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Summary — Fly Status: Strictly Prohibited. Sendai Airport (SDJ) is a critical regional aviation hub. Flying a drone within its approach/departure surfaces or above its premises is a federal crime under Japan’s Civil Aeronautics Act and the "Small Unmanned Aircraft Prohibition Act." Unauthorized flight is a severe safety threat.
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No-Fly Zones: The airspace around Sendai Airport is a mandatory no-fly zone. Any drone weighing 100g or more must be registered via the DIPS 2.0 system and is prohibited from entering airport-controlled airspace without explicit MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) approval.Legal Framework: Unauthorized operation in restricted airport airspace carries severe penalties: imprisonment for up to one year or fines of up to ¥500,000.  Operational Mandates: Regardless of location, Japan’s drone laws require:Registration & Remote ID: Mandatory for all drones ≥ 100g.  30-meter Buffer: Maintain a horizontal distance from people, buildings, and vehicles.  Visual Line of Sight (VLOS): Must be kept in sight at all times; daylight operation only.  DID Restrictions: Flights over "Densely Inhabited Districts" (DID) are prohibited without government approval.How to be "Socially Accepted" and LawfulDo Not Fly Near SDJ: Airport authorities and local police monitor this area strictly. Never attempt a launch near the airport premises or its surrounding approach paths.Verify Airspace: Always check the DIPS 2.0 Map before planning any flight to confirm restricted zones, heliports, and DID boundaries.Respect Privacy: Drone use in residential or public areas is frequently reported by locals. To maintain your reputation, avoid flying near private property or in areas where public privacy is expected.  Join a Club: The most responsible way to practice is through certified indoor drone facilities or designated outdoor sites in rural areas far removed from urban centers and aviation corridors.

                                

                            

                            

                                

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+ No-Fly Zones: The airspace around Sendai Airport is a mandatory no-fly zone. Any drone weighing 100g or more must be registered via the DIPS 2.0 system and is prohibited from entering airport-controlled airspace without explicit MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) approval.Legal Framework: Unauthorized operation in restricted airport airspace carries severe penalties: imprisonment for up to one year or fines of up to ¥500,000.  Operational Mandates: Regardless of location, Japan’s drone laws require:Registration & Remote ID: Mandatory for all drones ≥ 100g.  30-meter Buffer: Maintain a horizontal distance from people, buildings, and vehicles.  Visual Line of Sight (VLOS): Must be kept in sight at all times; daylight operation only.  DID Restrictions: Flights over "Densely Inhabited Districts" (DID) are prohibited without government approval.How to be "Socially Accepted" and LawfulDo Not Fly Near SDJ: Airport authorities and local police monitor this area strictly. Never attempt a launch near the airport premises or its surrounding approach paths.Verify Airspace: Always check the DIPS 2.0 Map before planning any flight to confirm restricted zones, heliports, and DID boundaries.Respect Privacy: Drone use in residential or public areas is frequently reported by locals. To maintain your reputation, avoid flying near private property or in areas where public privacy is expected.  Join a Club: The most responsible way to practice is through certified indoor drone facilities or designated outdoor sites in rural areas far removed from urban centers and aviation corridors.