Regulation and Limitations on the Operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) or Drones in Honduras
In Honduras, the Honduran Civil Aeronautics Agency (AHAC) has issued a Mandatory Compliance Circular (COC) to regulate and establish limitations on the operations of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), also known as "drones." This measure is based on the Civil Aeronautics Law and aims to protect the safety and integrity of air operations in Honduran airspace. The regulation establishes that all natural or legal persons, national or foreign, as well as civil state institutions involved in operations in Honduran airspace or in the marketing, distribution, or manufacturing of RPAS must comply with the provisions of the COC. The purpose of the COC is to provisionally regulate the conditions for initiation, training, flight practices, and operation of these systems, in addition to establishing a user registration procedure and general operating limitations. It is important to mention that the COC does not apply to RPAS systems used by the Honduran Armed Forces or to sports, recreational, or exhibition aeromodeling activities carried out by duly federated organizations in authorized spaces. The issuance of this circular falls within the powers of the Honduran Civil Aeronautics Agency, established by the Civil Aeronautics Law, and seeks to promote the development of civil aviation in Honduras, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations. It also seeks to comply with international regulations and strengthen the country's regulatory framework. It should be noted that the COC is a provisional measure, pending the future issuance and publication of the corresponding Civil Aeronautics Regulation (RAC). Its application will be effective upon publication in the Official Gazette of the Republic "LA GACETA" and will remain in effect until the respective RAC comes into effect. In summary, the Mandatory Circular issued by the Honduran Civil Aeronautics Agency seeks to regulate and establish limitations on the operations of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems in Honduras, with the goal of ensuring safety and promoting the orderly development of civil aviation in the country. Thank you for reading my article about"Regulation and Limitations on the Operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) or Drones in Honduras"I hope this has been helpful in resolving some of your questions and concerns regarding this topic. As arbitration and jurisdictional professionals, we want to offer our services to assist you with any needs you may have in these areas and in any area of law you may have. If you need advice or would like to learn more about our skills and experience, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can find me on our website.www.lexincorp.comor send us an email tojcbenitez@lexincorp.comandinfohn@lexincorp.comIt will be a pleasure to work with you and help you achieve your goals. See you soon!
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Written by: Lic. Juan Carlos Benitez Contreras
