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Drone Rules for Doi Inthanon National Park

Tambon Ban Luang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai (จ.เชียงใหม่) • Thailand
119, Tambon Ban Luang, Amphoe Chom Thong, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50160, Thailand
Lat: 18.5356 • Lng: 98.5221
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 30, 2026
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Doi Inthanon National Park in northern Thailand prohibits drone operations under Thailand Civil Aviation Authority regulations. The park contains Thailand's highest peak (2,565m) and is a hotspot for rare bird species including Snowy-browed Flycatcher.

Drone Rules - Doi Inthanon NP

Drone operations are prohibited within Doi Inthanon National Park under Thailand Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) Drone Regulation 2021 and Royal Forestry Department park rules.

Airspace / Site Context

  • Chiang Mai International Airport (VTCC) Class C lies ~60 km north
  • Park summit at 2,565 m MSL; cloud forest habitats require careful approach
  • CAAT requires registration, training certificate, and insurance for commercial drone ops
  • Royal chedis at the summit are sacred sites where photography/filming is restricted

Key Rules

  • No drone operations in any Thai national park without RFD and CAAT authorization
  • CAAT MVID registration and third-party liability insurance mandatory
  • Drone flights over royal property (chedis) are strictly prohibited under lese-majeste laws
  • Bird biodiversity (over 300 species) is extremely sensitive to drone sound at high elevation

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