Yes, flying drones over private property in the Czech Republic is permitted but strictly regulated under national and EU frameworks. Operators must comply with Act No. 49/1997 Coll. on Civil Aviation, EU Regulation 2019/947, and Czech Transport Ministry decrees, with 2026 amendments tightening geofencing and privacy protections. Trespassing or violating privacy laws (e.g., § 101 of the Civil Code) risks civil or criminal liability.
Key Regulations for Flying Drones Over Private Property in Czech Republic
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Privacy and Consent: Drone flights over private property require prior consent if capturing identifiable individuals or sensitive data (GDPR-compliant under Act No. 110/2019 Coll.). Unauthorized surveillance may trigger complaints to the Office for Personal Data Protection (ÚOOÚ).
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Altitude and Distance Limits: Drones must maintain a minimum 50m horizontal distance from non-participating persons and property unless explicit permission is granted. Overflight below 120m AGL is permitted but prohibited over crowds, hospitals, or military zones (defined in Decree No. 108/1997 Coll.).
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Operational Categories: Open-category drones (≤25kg) under EU rules require registration for subcategories A1/A3, while specific-category flights (e.g., commercial overflights) demand prior approval from the Civil Aviation Authority (ÚCL), which enforces 2026’s enhanced risk-assessment protocols.