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Drone Rules for Xieng Khouang Airport
Phonsavan, Xiangkhouang Province (Xiangkhouang Province)
• Laos
C5W5+QM5, Phonsavan, Laos
Lat: 19.4469 • Lng: 103.159
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- https://www.dca.gov.la/drone-guidelines/ — Lao Department of Civil Aviation regulation page enforcing drone prohibitions around Xieng Khouang Airport.
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| Summary | — | Operating civilian drones within five kilometers of Xieng Khouang Airport is strictly forbidden under Lao civil aviation regulations. The highland airfield handles commercial passenger traffic, military charter flights, and low-altitude emergency medical helicopters. Unmanned aircraft operating near runway approaches o |
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The Lao Department of Civil Aviation maintains a zero-tolerance exclusion zone across all airspace surrounding Xieng Khouang Airport. Emergency healthcare helicopters rely on clear approach paths to navigate plateau terrain and conduct medical transport. Operating an unapproved drone in this restricted highland zone directly endangers the safety of low-flying flight crews. Perimeter security forces utilize monitoring systems to identify unauthorized remote control signals around Xieng Khouang Airport. Violators face immediate detention, severe monetary penalties, and permanent confiscation of all flying equipment. Exemptions are strictly limited to state-authorized environmental and emergency operations holding written permits.
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+ The Lao Department of Civil Aviation maintains a zero-tolerance exclusion zone across all airspace surrounding Xieng Khouang Airport. Emergency healthcare helicopters rely on clear approach paths to navigate plateau terrain and conduct medical transport. Operating an unapproved drone in this restricted highland zone directly endangers the safety of low-flying flight crews. + + Perimeter security forces utilize monitoring systems to identify unauthorized remote control signals around Xieng Khouang Airport. Violators face immediate detention, severe monetary penalties, and permanent confiscation of all flying equipment. Exemptions are strictly limited to state-authorized environmental and emergency operations holding written permits.