Drone photography over Ahangama surf beaches

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Emma L.8500 rep2
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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 rep1

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

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Bhante S.7670 rep1

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

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Noah D.9475 rep2

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