Flying drones over Knuckles Mountain Range campsites

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Emma R.5075 rep2
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We are camping at the base of the Knuckles peaks. What are the rules for launching a drone from the campsite to film our morning yoga sessions.

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Emma R.5075 rep2

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The Knuckles Mountain Range is a highly protected UNESCO World Heritage site and a strict conservation forest. Flying a drone here without explicit, prior written approval from both the Forest Department and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is strictly illegal. The rangers will confiscate unauthorized drones on sight, and you could face severe fines.

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Suresh P.1230 rep1

If you just want to film your yoga flow, use a good tripod. The misty backdrop of the Knuckles is stunning enough without needing aerial tracking shots.

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Sophia M.5680 rep2

Do not risk flying it low to the ground either. The local authorities treat any airspace above a protected forest as restricted.

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Noah K.3680 rep2

Even if you had a permit, the weather up there changes in minutes. Sudden, violent gusts of wind rip over the ridges and will easily blow a standard consumer drone straight into the forest canopy.

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Oliver B.4925 rep2

From a yoga perspective, the loud buzzing of a drone completely ruins the serenity of the mountains and deeply bothers other campers trying to enjoy nature.

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Lucas V.3840 rep2

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