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Jun 3, 2026 8:04 AM
Rules update
• Updated such that the ground rules are not followed
Place:
Arthur's Pass National Park
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| Restriction type | Ground | Air |
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At Arthur's Pass National Park, the official source says drones are prohibited unless the managing authority grants permission inside the mapped boundary. Permission is only granted to commercial flyers on a case-by-case basis. Source link: https://dronetrust.co.nz/blogs/articles/flying-drones-in-new-zealands-national-parks?srsltid=AfmBOopUmoGV825Dv0JjRec3RRx3z8-lwcQzpQaJFfgcasZVadN8VSVI
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Flying a drone in Arthur’s Pass National Park requires adherence to the Department of Conservation's (DOC) strict "traffic light system". Because much of the park consists of steep alpine terrain and alpine parrots (kea), specific no-fly zones and operating conditions are strictly enforced to protect native wildlife and human safety.Arthur's Pass National Park Drone RulesDOC Permit Required: Drones are classified as aircraft, and you must obtain a permit (often a concession) to fly over any public conservation land.Zone Restrictions: You must check the DOC Drone Zone Map before flying. Arthur’s Pass and its surrounding regions fall primarily into the highly restricted zones. Most of the national park requires submitting an extensive application form, as recreational drone use is generally off-limits to protect fragile alpine ecosystems.
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Jun 3, 2026 7:54 AM
Rules update
• Initial rule details submitted from the map.
Place:
Arthur's Pass National Park
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- No fly zone within this zone
| Field | Before | After |
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| Restriction type | Air | Ground |
| Flight status | Unknown | NoFly |
| Summary | — | Drone flights at Arthur's Pass National Park are prohibited. |
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At Arthur's Pass National Park, the official source says drones are prohibited unless the managing authority grants permission inside the mapped boundary. Permission is only granted to commercial flyers on a case-by-case basis. Source link: https://dronetrust.co.nz/blogs/articles/flying-drones-in-new-zealands-national-parks?srsltid=AfmBOopUmoGV825Dv0JjRec3RRx3z8-lwcQzpQaJFfgcasZVadN8VSVI
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+ At Arthur's Pass National Park, the official source says drones are prohibited unless the managing authority grants permission inside the mapped boundary. Permission is only granted to commercial flyers on a case-by-case basis. Source link: https://dronetrust.co.nz/blogs/articles/flying-drones-in-new-zealands-national-parks?srsltid=AfmBOopUmoGV825Dv0JjRec3RRx3z8-lwcQzpQaJFfgcasZVadN8VSVI
Jun 3, 2026 7:45 AM
Rules update
• Initial rule details submitted from the map.
Place:
Lake Tekapo
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- No fly zone inside this boundary
| Field | Before | After |
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| Flight status | Unknown | NoFly |
| Summary | — | No fly zone, only commercial flyers can apply for permission. |
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At Lake Tekapo, the official source says drones are prohibited unless the managing authority grants permission inside the mapped boundary. Exceptions are only made for commercial flyers. There is a ‘No Drone Zone’ within the Lake Tekapo. Please contact the Civil Aviation Authority for permission to fly a drone within this zone. Drones@caa.govt.nz. Source link: https://www.mackenzie.govt.nz/community/flying-of-uav-drones
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+ At Lake Tekapo, the official source says drones are prohibited unless the managing authority grants permission inside the mapped boundary. Exceptions are only made for commercial flyers. There is a ‘No Drone Zone’ within the Lake Tekapo. Please contact the Civil Aviation Authority for permission to fly a drone within this zone. Drones@caa.govt.nz. Source link: https://www.mackenzie.govt.nz/community/flying-of-uav-drones + +