If you’re reading this at the time of publication, you may be looking out of your window and thinking about getting away from it all. The dream of packing your bags and heading somewhere different can be all too tempting, but what if you want to get away and take your drone with you?
In this article, we’ll explore some of the crucial questions around taking your drone on holiday with you, including one of the most asked questions we get here at Coverdrone: Can you take a drone on a plane?
Can You Take a Drone on a Plane?
The simple answer is yes, you can take a drone on a plane, but you must package it safely and in line with the airline’s rules, following any regulations on how to pack your batteries. This is something you should check with the airline before booking your flight.
It’s often recommended that you take your drone and batteries with you as carry-on luggage to avoid damage to your equipment, but again, it’s essential to check whether the airline you’re flying with allows this.
You may find that some airlines prohibit drones on planes altogether, which is why it’s so important to check before you book your flight. To summarise:
- Many airlines allow you to take drones.
- Some airlines have restrictions on whether you can take a drone as carry-on or hold luggage.
- Some airlines prohibit taking drones at all.
- Make sure you do your research and ask questions before booking a ticket.
Can I Take My Drone Anywhere on Holiday?
The good news is that Coverdrone offers worldwide coverage as standard, giving you access to countries around the world to take your drone once you have insured your equipment with us, but there are some restrictions.
Some countries have restrictions on drones. In some countries, they outright ban drones; in others, customs officers could confiscate your equipment at the airport; and in some countries, the rules are unclear, but you could run the risk of taking and operating your drone there. Regardless of where you travel, it’s essential to keep in mind that insurance policies, such as the ones we offer at Coverdrone, are only valid when you comply with the local regulations.
As with travelling to any country, it is always important to do your research before flying your drone, so you should do the same before travelling with it. Ensure the country is drone-friendly, and, most importantly, that your drone is insurable in the country you are travelling to. If your drone is not insured, this is a red flag that you should not fly it in that country at all.
For ease of reference, this is a list of the countries currently excluded from Coverdrone policies:
- Afghanistan
- North Caucasian Federal District
- Central African Republic
- Belarus
- Burundi
- Cabinda
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Crimea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Georgia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ivory Coast
- Liberia
- Libya
- Mauritania
- Nagorno-Karabakh
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Russia
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- The Republic of Sudan
- Syria
- Ukraine
- Yemen
Can I Insure My Drone to Take it Abroad on Holiday?
Yes, you can. At Coverdrone, we offer worldwide coverage as standard (apart from the restricted countries above), so if you have a policy with us, your worldwide coverage is included. If you are unsure, you can always contact us, and our support team will be more than happy to help.
Typically, you’ll find that the countries we can’t insure you in are the ones where you wouldn’t be able to take your drone anyway.
Is My Drone Insured on a Plane?
Yes, providing you choose an insurance policy that covers your equipment at Coverdrone, pack your drone safely and in accordance with your manufacturer’s specifications, ensuring that you remove any batteries and secure any mechanical elements as set out by your manufacturer, your drone should be insured. Full details of how and where your drone will be insured during transit are covered in your policy documents, so it’s always worth giving them a read to be entirely sure. Alternatively, if you need help with your policy, you can always contact a member of the Coverdrone team.
Want to Start Taking Incredible Drone Photos on Holiday?
If you’ve had enough of waiting for the weather or the scenery to improve this festive season and just want to get to flying your drone, then you can. Now that you know what you need to do to take your drone on a plane, you’re ready to plan the trip and take your drone somewhere amazing. Before you go, make sure you’re properly covered. Click ‘Get a Quote’ to arrange your Coverdrone insurance before you fly.
