Israel Bans Two Types of Civilian Drones for Six Months
Translated & summarized from Vesty by baba
Israel has banned civilian drones controlled via cellular networks or fiber optic cables for six months, citing security concerns. The order, signed by Defense Minister Исраэль Кац, exempts security and military organizations. The ban affects a portion of the approximately 4,300 registered drones and 6,000 model aircraft in the country, distinguishing them from recreational drones. This temporary measure follows a previous proposal to regulate such drone operations.
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- Israel banned civilian drones controlled by cellular or fiber optic for six months starting this week.
- The ban, signed by Defense Minister Исраэль Кац, exempts security and military organizations.
- The measure targets drones capable of operating kilometers away from their operators.
- Approximately 4,300 drones and 6,000 model aircraft are registered in Israel.
- Recreational drones remaining within visual range are not included in the prohibition.
Israel has imposed a six-month ban on the operation of two types of civilian drones, effective this week. The prohibition, detailed in documents released Tuesday, October 27, by the Ministry of Defense and signed by Minister Исраэль Кац, targets unmanned aerial vehicles and model aircraft controlled via cellular networks using SIM cards or through fiber optic cables. These systems allow drones to operate kilometers away from their operators, distinguishing them from recreational drones that typically remain within visual range. The restriction applies to civilian operators, with exemptions granted to the IDF, Shin Bet, police, Mossad, the Prison Service (Shabas), and the Knesset Guard. This move follows a September 2026 proposal by the Ministry of Transport to ban drones controlled by fiber optic, wire, or cellular communication, citing security threats and proposing criminal penalties for non-compliance. The current ban is formalized through a temporary order from the Ministry of Defense. According to the Ministry of Transport, approximately 4,300 drones are registered in Israel, with a significant portion used for recreational purposes and thus not affected by the ban. Additionally, around 6,000 model aircraft are in the country, with the number of illegally imported drones unknown.
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