Drones

The restrictions on flying drones near airports and airfields are legal requirements and enforced by UK aviation law.

It is an offence under the Air Navigation Order to fly within the Flight Restriction Zone (FRZ) of a protected aerodrome, or within any other airspace restriction without permission. You are not permitted to fly a drone within the FRZ as indicated by the map below (at any time) unless you have permission from the Airport Authorities and Air Traffic Control.

The map below shows the no-fly zone surrounding Manchester Airport.

To obtain permission to fly a drone within this area, a request should be made by completing this request form, Manchester Airport UAS Request. Manchester Airport will answer all applications as soon as practically possible. The request should include the following information:

• Date/time and duration of flight

• Location (full address including postcode)

• Maximum height of Drone above ground level

• Operator name and contact details (including mobile number)

• Additional information (operator ID, qualifications)

Data from drones in this vicinity, which may include personal data, will be obtained, retained and shared with appropriate law enforcement agencies for the purposes of crime prevention & public safety. Please see our privacy policy for more information.