SA’s outdated drone laws create challenges for the industry, potentially hindering growth and innovation, industry players say.
In South Africa, drones present an opportunity to reimagine mobility but only if regulation keeps up.
“Membership would allow us and other African nations to contribute to standards that reflect local needs and challenges, fostering innovation and ensuring regulatory relevance,” says Kopano Tholo, drone expert at ITOO Special Risks.Industry players say local regulations have not been updated to reflect advancements in drone technology and changing international standards.
“Drones today are smarter, safer and more purpose-driven. Moving beyond weight-based classifications to focus on operational risk will open the door for smarter use cases, while ensuring the necessary safety controls remain in place.”Tholo fully supports this shift, particularly from an insurance perspective, describing weight alone as an unpolished proxy for risk.
Ramotlou and Botha support this: “Categorising drones by operational class allows for more targeted licensing, training and certification. Not every drone should require the same level of red tape.
SACAA Drone Regulation Uavs Southern African Transport Conference ISO TC20/SC16 Professor Filippo Tomasello ITOO Special Risks Kopano Tholo South African Civil Aviation Authority Sisa Majola
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