Kuala Lumpur: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has announced that any drone operation without a permit is prohibited during the ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27. Its Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Captain Norazman Mahmud, emphasized that these restrictions are in line with existing regulations under Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969 (Act 3), Regulation 98, Regulations 140-144, the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016, and the Civil Aviation Directives (CADs).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Norazman clarified the distinction between drone no-fly zones and aircraft no-fly zones, noting that any drone operation near KLCC or any location requires a permit. He mentioned that CAAM collaborates with security agencies, including the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RUAF), to monitor, control, and coordinate flight activities, ensuring public safety and order.

CAAM is also working with other government bodies, such as the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM), to oversee drone flight activities across the country. This collaboration aims to maintain airspace control and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Norazman confirmed that the KLCC, the ASEAN Summit location, does not fall under the no-fly zone for aircraft. He added that any permanent restrictions or bans on aircraft flights have been officially gazetted and announced through Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) documents and notices to pilots (NOTAM).