Aviation safety begins with small actions on the ground

Under Prime Minister Decision No. 18/2020/QĐ-TTg of 10 June 2020, prohibited and restricted flight zones are established to protect national defence, security and the safety of flight operations.

PROHIBITED FLIGHT ZONE

Unauthorised flight operations are not permitted.

For an aerodrome with one runway:

• Extends 15 km from each runway end;
• Extends 5 km to each side of the runway centreline;
• Applies at all altitudes.

RESTRICTED FLIGHT ZONE

A restricted flight zone is an area where unmanned aircraft and other flying devices must comply with prescribed conditions and limits.

The area adjoining an airport’s prohibited zone is itself a restricted zone. It extends from the prohibited-zone boundary:

• 3 km in width and 5 km in length;
• Below 120 m above ground level.

Restricted zones also include other areas provided by law, such as airspace above 120 m (except prohibited zones), crowded areas, border areas and other designated areas.

DO NOT ESTIMATE BY EYE

• Do not judge the zone by sight.
• Do not guess the distance to the airport.
• Do not rely only on the commune name.

Check the official map to know exactly where you intend to fly.

Administrative areas with territory within prohibited and restricted flight zones around Cat Bi International Airport.

ONE UAV — ONE RESPONSIBILITY

Using a UAV, flycam or drone in breach of the rules may lead to administrative fines, criminal liability and compensation, depending on the nature, seriousness and consequences of the act.

ADMINISTRATIVE FINES

Under current rules, examples of fines include:

VND 2–3 MILLION

Certain breaches of registration, conditions, location, time, zone or coordinates.

VND 8–9 MILLION

Aerial filming or photography without authorisation.

VND 9–12 MILLION

Flying not in accordance with the authorised content.

VND 12–15 MILLION

Failing to comply with orders of the competent authority supervising flight operations.

VND 20–30 MILLION

Flying without a required flight permit (equipment may also be confiscated).

VND 30–40 MILLION

Using an unmanned or ultralight aircraft in a way that obstructs or endangers other aircraft.

The exact fine depends on the act and the law in force at the time. Organisations may be fined twice the amount for individuals.

CRIMINAL LIABILITY

If the act of obstructing air transport constitutes an offence, the person may be prosecuted under Article 278 of the Criminal Code.

COMPENSATION

Anyone who causes damage may also have to pay compensation under the law.

NOTE

A small act on the ground can affect an entire flight in the air.

NOT ONLY UAVS

Flight safety can also be affected by:

LASERS AND HIGH-INTENSITY LIGHTS

KITES, BALLOONS AND SKY LANTERNS

FIREWORKS AND FLARES

RELEASING OR ATTRACTING BIRDS

BURNING STRAW AND SMOKE

GRAZING LIVESTOCK

People living around Cat Bi International Airport must not release kites, balloons, sky lanterns or other high-flying objects into areas that affect aviation, and must not shine lasers or high-intensity lights at aircraft.

If you see a UAV, flycam, drone or unusual airborne object heading towards Cat Bi International Airport, tell the authorities promptly. Do not approach, chase or interfere.

AVIATION SECURITY — CAT BI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Or the nearest police office, Hai Phong City Police, or authorised units at the airport.

WHEN REPORTING, IF YOU CAN, PROVIDE

• Location;
• Time;
• Direction of travel;
• Description of the device or activity;
• Photos or video if it is safe to take them.

AVIATION SAFETY IS EVERY FAMILY’S WELL-BEING.