Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009)RegulationsCivil Aviation Regulations, 2011Part 137 : Aerial Work OperationsSubpart 2 : Flight Rules137.02.6 Operation over non-populous area |
Notwithstanding the provisions of Part 91, a pilot of an aircraft engaged in an agricultural or firefighting operation may, during or for the purposes of the operation, fly at any altitude and at any distance from an obstruction if—
| (a) | the operation is not conducted over a populous area; |
| (b) | the operation is conducted without creating a hazard to persons or property on the ground; and |
| (c) | the altitude and distance for all approaches, turns and departures are necessary for the operation. |