On 9 August 2026, National Day Parade temporary restricted areas run from 3.
30pm to 11pm in two phases. Drones, kites, captive balloons and free-flight aerial objects are prohibited inside them unless CAAS has expressly permitted the activity.
The restriction reaches beyond drones
CAAS names kite flying, captive balloons, free-flight objects and unmanned aircraft. A toy or celebratory object can still be an aerial activity. Classify the activity before leaving home. (CAAS NDP temporary restricted areas)
On 9 August, the earlier phase runs 3.30pm to 7.30pm and the later phase 7.30pm to 11pm, with different annex figures. Check the correct map for the intended launch and recovery time.
| Situation | What changes |
|---|---|
| Activity is between 3.30pm and 7.30pm | Check the first 9 August TRA map |
| Activity is between 7.30pm and 11pm | Check the second 9 August TRA map |
| Outside the NDP TRA | Still run the normal aerodrome, protected-area and OneMap checks |
| No express CAAS permit | Do not launch inside the restricted area |
The ceiling starts at ground level
The NDP areas extend from ground level to 3,000 feet above mean sea level. Do not assume a low flight is exempt. (CAAS no-fly zones)
CAAS directs users to OneMap for areas where permits are required or activity is prohibited. Check immediately before activity, not only when planning days earlier.
Example: A family plans to fly a kite near Kallang at 5pm on 9 August. The activity falls within the earlier TRA window and kite flying is expressly included. Unless CAAS has permitted it, the family should choose a ground-based activity instead.
Ordinary no-fly rules remain
Restrictions within 5km of aerodromes and in danger, prohibited, restricted and protected areas continue outside the temporary NDP overlay. A location can fail more than one test.
CAAS states a first offence can carry a fine up to S$50,000, imprisonment up to two years, or both, with higher maximums for later offences. A good photograph is not a reason to risk an unpermitted launch.
- Define the aerial activity
- Set launch and recovery time
- Open the correct TRA map
- Check OneMap
- Check ordinary no-fly zones
- Verify any permit directly
- Cancel if any answer is unclear
