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Don't risk it—get legal today: Spain: Fines up to €200,000 in Tenerife, Belgium: €8,000 fines at Tomorrowland, Norway: 30-40 pilots deported, Milan: 7 drones seized in 2023.
Recent Enforcement Actions
Real cases showing why compliance matters
🇪🇸 Spain
British tourist fined in Tenerife - fines up to €200,000
Maximum fine: €200,000
What happened?
A British tourist was fined for flying a drone during the Virgen del Carmen festival in La Orotava, Tenerife. The drone was spotted flying over crowds during the religious procession, violating strict no-fly zone regulations. Spanish authorities can impose fines up to €200,000 for serious drone violations.
Violation: Flying over crowds during religious festival
Fine range: Up to €200,000 for serious violations
Additional: Drone confiscated by authorities
🇧🇪 Belgium
€8,000 fines at Tomorrowland Festival
Maximum fine: €8,000
What happened?
Authorities issued substantial fines to drone operators who violated no-fly zones during the Tomorrowland music festival. Multiple pilots were caught flying in restricted airspace without proper authorization.
Violation: Flying in temporary no-fly zone
Fine: Up to €8,000 per incident
Additional: Drone confiscation
🇳🇴 Norway
30-40 pilots deported for illegal flying
Consequence: Deportation
What happened?
Between 30 and 40 people have been expelled from Norway after illegal drone flying activities. This includes violations of restricted airspace and flying without proper registration or authorization.
Violation: Illegal drone operations
Action: Immediate deportation
Scale: 30-40 pilots affected
🇮🇹 Italy
7 drones seized in Milan in 2023
Equipment confiscated + fines
What happened?
In 2023, Milan authorities seized 7 drones that were operating illegally in restricted airspace. Operators faced both equipment confiscation and financial penalties for violating urban flight restrictions.
Violation: Urban restricted airspace
Action: Drone seizure
Fine: €2,064+ per incident
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Essential EASA Drone Rules
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Registration Required
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• Impact energy >80 Joules
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• Max altitude: 120m (400ft)
• Maintain visual line of sight
• Respect privacy & no-fly zones
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Do I need this if my drone is under 250g?
Yes, if it has a camera. Registration is required for all drones with cameras, regardless of weight in most countries. We cover all weight classes and explain exactly when registration is/isn't required.
What are the key rules I'll learn?
Maximum altitude (120m), registration thresholds (250g), minimum age (16), distance requirements, and country-specific variations. Our Quick Facts dashboard gives you all critical numbers at a glance.
Is this guide in English?
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What if laws change next month?
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What if I get stopped by police?
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Can I use this for commercial operations?
Yes, we cover Open, Specific, and Certified categories for all use cases. Whether you're flying for fun or profit, you'll know exactly what's required.
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