When filming and photographing with an unmanned aerial vehicle (drone), the relevant national regulations must be followed, which include obtaining a flight permit from the Civil Aviation Agency and coordinating the planned flight with the Ventspils Freeport Authority.

VBP UAS Geographical Zones "UAS VBP 01" and "UAS VBP 02"

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for filming and photography in the Ventspils Freeport areas is possible only after reaching an agreement with the Ventspils Freeport Authority. To coordinate a drone flight, a written application must be submitted to the Ventspils Freeport Authority at least 2 (two) working days before the planned flight. The application form is available in the documents attached below. If a high-risk flight is planned, an operational permit must be attached to the application.

Application Form for Drone Flight Coordination

Applications for drone flight coordination, signed with a secure electronic signature, can be submitted by sending them to the Port Security Officer, Jānis Krūmiņš, at the email address [email protected]. In case of questions or uncertainties, please contact by calling +37129258800 or +37129161007.

It should be reminded that drones may only be piloted by trained personnel, in accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers Regulation No. 248 "Rules for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flights." Additionally, it is important to remember the data protection law, which stipulates that filming and photographing third parties without their consent is prohibited.

When conducting a drone flight, the pilot must adhere to the conditions and restrictions set within the specific unmanned aircraft system (UAS) geographical zone, which are available on the website of the State Joint Stock Company "Latvijas gaisa satiksme" at www.airspace.lv/drones.

Documents

Airspace Map with Restrictions
Link to the Interactive Map of Latvijas Gaisa Satiksme

Unified EU-Level Regulation
Link to the Civil Aviation Agency Website

Amendments to the "Aviation Law"
Link to www.likumi.lv