The Supreme Court of Appeals has delivered a new ruling shutting down the use of drones in fishing activities in South Africa.
The Supreme Court of Appeal has upheld the ban on on the use of drones, bait-carrying remote-controlled boats and other remotely operated devices in fishing operations.
The Gauteng High Court subsequently dismissed an application by these groups to uplift the prohibition of recreational fishing, including angling, using drones and radio-controlled bait boats. The matter was then taken to the SCA.New minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dion George, said that the the ruling is a significant victory for the protection of our marine ecosystems and the enforcement of regulations designed to safeguard South Africa’s natural resources.
The court confirmed that the use of drones, bait-carrying remote-controlled boats, and other remotely operated devices is prohibited under the Marine Living Resources Act of 1988. The South African Civil Aviation Authority has provided several guidelines to guarantee the safe and responsible operation of drones for private use, including:Operators must keep their drones within the visual line of sight at all times. The remote pilot must keep direct, unaided visual contact with the drone to manage its flight and avoid separation and collision.Operators must stay clear of obstacles such as buildings, trees and power lines.
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