Are you looking to fly a drone in Cape Verde? If you are passionate about aerial photography, especially incredible landscapes, the Creole archipelago is your ideal destination.
This archipelago offers an incomparable setting for drone flight, but it is crucial to know some important aspects before deploying.
Cape Verde Airspace: Restrictions and Considerations
An important fact is that, for the moment, Cape Verde has no helicopters.This means that the airspace is mainly used for domestic and international flights. In this sense, it’s possible to fly almost anywhere except in the vicinity of airports.
Fortunately, the most commonly sold brands of drones have a takeoff restriction inside these zones, making it impossible to fly them there. Outside those areas, the sky is practically for you.
"flying a drone in Cape Verde, a blank aerial canvas".
Responsible use and common sense
At the time of writing this article, Cabo Verde does not have specific clear regulations for the use of drones. Having mentioned the airspace restrictions, which are very few, it is time to take into account common sense.
The African archipelago is characterized, among other things, by the presence of numerous bird species, many of them protected. The conservation of their habitat is essential, especially in nesting areas. Therefore, we must always take extreme precautions when flying in natural environments.
Drone flight in Cape Verde – Santo Antao
Preserving Privacy and Intimacy
Beyond natural environments, people’s privacy and intimacy is always a priority. This applies in municipalities as well as in residential areas and hotels where the presence of drones may not be welcome. We always recommend to act with discretion and ask, if necessary, if we can fly with the aircraft. We must always be respectful of the environment and people, whether they are locals or tourists.
Drone flight in Cape Verde – Tarrafal
Cape Verde: An Aerial Canvas Waiting to be Discovered
Respecting these considerations, Cape Verde is positioned as an exceptional setting for capturing spectacular images and videos. From its crystal clear waters and pristine beaches to its volcanic landscapes, this archipelago offers a symphony of sights, textures and colors.
In summary, Cape Verde, for the moment is a very good place for drone flights. But common sense, respect for people and the environment, and even if it is not required, let’s apply the same protocols that are required in Spain. By doing this we will allow drone flying in Cape Verde to be a welcome experience and not a dangerous and harmful activity for the environment.
Get ready to take off and discover the magic of Cape Verde from the air.
Explore, respect and be surprised. Cape Verde awaits you.
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