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Helsinki-Malmi (EFHF) restrictive UAS geographical zone

January 5, 2021 at 16:28
EFHF UAS

EFHF UAS A SFC – 120 M
601349N 0250425E - 601649N 0250506E - 601656N 0250219E - 601552N 0250148E - 601459N 0250020E - 601404N 0250007E - 601349N 0250425E

UAS operations inside the zone are allowed only after the flight arrangements have been agreed upon separately with the aerodrome operator, or if operations are carried out according to the local instructions and procedures.

The restriction does not apply to UAS operations in accordance with the rules and instructions of areas that have been officially designated for flying model aircraft and published in the aeronautical information system (AIC), nor to UAS operations in accordance with the conditions of certain UAS geographical zones with exemptions (Aviation Act 11 b §).

 

EFHK UAS E 120 M – UNL
601656N 0250219E - 601629N 0251242E - 601537N 0251240E - 601041N 0250300E - 601108N 0250045E - 601302N 0245851E - 601433N 0245938E - 601552N 0250148E - 601656N 0250219E

UAS operations inside the zone above 120 m (AGL) are permitted only under the following conditions:

  • up to 700 ft (AMSL) the flight arrangements must be agreed upon separately with the EFHF aerodrome operator, or operations must be carried out according to the local instructions and procedures.
  • above 700 ft (AMSL):
    • during the operational hours of the ATS unit, with a permission from the Air Traffic Service provider
    • outside the operational hours of the ATS unit, with a permission from the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency or under special condiotions set by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Outside the boundaries of EFHF UAS geographical zone, flying in the vicinity of an obstacle (a horizontal distance of 50 metres maximum) is allowed at all times, and the height of the obstacle may be exceeded with 15 metres at the request of the entity responsible for the obstacle.

Taking photographs and inspecting military zones from the air requires authorisation from the Defence Command. (https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/instructions-for-aerial-photographers).