Drone Rules for Naha International Airport

Naha, Okinawa (Okinawa) • Japan

150 Kagamizu, Naha, Okinawa 901-0142, Japan

Lat: 26.2001 • Lng: 127.647

Rules Edit History: Naha International Airport

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May 29, 2026 3:33 AM Approved • description, sources links, box and rules

Author: hao (1058)

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Your proposed rule edit for Naha International 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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Field	Before	After
Rule category	Ground	Air
Flight status	Unknown	NoFly
Summary	—	Fly Status: Strictly Prohibited. Naha Airport (OKA) is a critical international hub in Okinawa. Operating a drone in its vicinity, including its approach/departure paths, is a federal crime under Japan’s Civil Aeronautics Act. Unauthorized flight near this airport is a severe safety threat.

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No-Fly Zones: The airspace around Naha Airport is a mandatory no-fly zone. Under Japanese law, any drone weighing 100g or more must be registered via DIPS 2.0 and is strictly prohibited from entering airport-controlled airspace without explicit permission from the MLIT.

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 Lawful
Do Not Fly Near OKA: Airport authorities and local police monitor this area strictly. Never attempt a launch near the airport premises or its surrounding coastal 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 Naha Airport is a mandatory no-fly zone. Under Japanese law, any drone weighing 100g or more must be registered via DIPS 2.0 and is strictly prohibited from entering airport-controlled airspace without explicit permission from the MLIT.
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+ 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 Lawful
+ Do Not Fly Near OKA: Airport authorities and local police monitor this area strictly. Never attempt a launch near the airport premises or its surrounding coastal 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.