KUALA LUMPUR: The Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) refuted a media report suggesting they were out to stop the unapproved use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones. In a statement issued by the DCA, its director general Datuk Seri Azharuddin Abd Rahman clarified that not all drones are required to be operated with approvals from the DCA. "We wish to also note that there are no charges imposed on all types of UAS. However, charges may apply to certain type of UAS (drones) or the flying of a drone for the purpose of aerial work, where the UAS is used to provide specialised services," said Azharuddin. "There is no definite decision that has been made thus far and the department will only provide updates and announcements once a decision has been reached," he said.

Source: New Strait Times November 24, 2017 08:15 UTC