Originally Posted by
WingNut60
And to be pedantic, 5.5 km from WHERE in the controlled aerodrome?
Is that 5.5.km from any point on the perimeter fence? From the control tower? End of the runway(s)?
There is nothing like a poorly defined (or explained) rule to attract those who like to test the definition.
It's defined in CASR and Instruments, 3NM (5.5KM) from the movement area of a controlled aerodrome, but to make it simple for users, the "Can I Fly There" app and CASA maps depict the areas.
http://www.casa.gov.au/aircraft/stan...one-safety-app
http://casa.dronecomplier.com/external#
FWIW some councils/shires prohibit operations at parks and public areas.
https://www.smh.com.au/technology/dr...07-p4yzjz.html