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Drone photography over Ahangama surf beaches

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Emma L.•8500 rep•2

I want to fly my drone over the Kabalana surf break in Ahangama. Do the local police enforce the drone bans here.

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Technically, you need a Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) permit to fly anywhere in Sri Lanka. Over open ocean surf breaks in Ahangama, the police rarely bother you UNLESS you fly directly over a resort or a military base. However, the local surfers will definitely enforce their own rules if you hover too low and annoy them with the buzzing noise. Fly high and be respectful.

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Dr. Nimal.•8380 rep•1

If police do show up, just be polite, bring it down immediately, and do not argue.

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Bhante S.•7670 rep•1

Also, be very careful of the sea eagles. They nest in the palm trees and will attack drones aggressively.

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