Bangkok, May 6 -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is preparing to amend the Air Navigation Act to better support the growth of drone aviation nationwide.

CAAT Director Manat Chavanaprayoon said the Transport Ministry has instructed the CAAT to revise the Air Navigation Act, B.E. 2497 (1954), with a focus on enhancing aviation safety and technical operations. The updated law, which is expected to take effect later this year, will introduce at least 30 new measures, including specific provisions for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

The amendments aim to align Thai aviation regulations with international safety standards, including those set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, and will apply to both...