- Amendments aimed at modernizing airspace regulations and promoting technological advancements in the drone sector.
- New regulations set to transform Jordan’s drone sector, create jobs, and boost the national economy.
- Effective in 2025, the amended guidelines will streamline licensing, manufacturing, and operation of drones.
The Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) has introduced new regulations to modernize the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, in Jordan. The amended guidelines, set to take effect in 2025, aim to create a “robust” legal and security framework that protects national security while unlocking the economic potential of drone technology.
Key Amendments
| Licensing | Manufacturing | Operation |
|---|---|---|
| Streamlined licensing process for drone operation. | Licenses available for drone manufacturing, sales, and maintenance. | Rules governing drone operation, including security and safety protocols. |
These new regulations will allow drones to be used in various sectors, including tourism marketing, agricultural monitoring, delivery services, and logistics. Licenses will also be available for drone manufacturing, sales, and maintenance, opening up “significant” investment opportunities for local and international businesses. The amended regulations aim to create a secure and flexible operational environment for businesses and individuals, ultimately contributing to Jordan’s economic and digital development goals. By integrating drones into agriculture and industry, the regulations are expected to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs, particularly in large infrastructure projects and surveying and monitoring.
Supporting the Digital Economy
Experts see this as a “key” step in Jordan’s push towards a digital economy, with the ICT sector playing a “crucial” role in job creation and economic growth.
“The introduction of these regulations is a significant step towards establishing Jordan as a hub for drone technology and innovation. It will unlock the economic potential of drone technology and contribute to the Kingdom’s digital economy.” – Amman Chamber of Commerce
The initiative reflects HRH Crown Prince Hussein’s vision for a digitally transformed Jordan, which aims to increase the revenues of the ICT sector to JD3.9 billion, create 101,000 new IT jobs, and raise the volume of exports to JD4.5 billion by 2033.
Benefits of the Amendments
- Boosts the national economy by creating jobs in manufacturing, maintenance, training, and logistics.
- Enables the integration of drones into agriculture and industry, improving efficiency and reducing operational costs.
- Establishes secure and flexible operational standards for businesses and individuals.
The integration of drones into agriculture and industry is expected to transform Jordan’s drone sector, creating an attractive investment climate and establishing secure and flexible operational standards for businesses and individuals, ultimately contributing to the Kingdom’s economic and digital development goals.
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