Moderator Comment by Sgt Ric on June 22, 2012 at 2:38pm

I wonder how involved the application process is?

Seems like quite a hit to the A/P people.  Isn't there an org in the netherlands like RCAPA?

Comment by Jasja Dekker on June 22, 2012 at 2:51pm

It does not seem to be very complicated, a simple form, one can apply for a year-round general permit if one is a commercial photographer. I do really wonder how intensive checks are though. And at least kite photography seems to fall outside the definition of aircrafts. 

Comment by Jasja Dekker on June 22, 2012 at 2:56pm

This is not really news though, it is a law from 1959.

Comment by Muhammad Al-Rawi on June 22, 2012 at 3:14pm

Radio controlled aircrafts are strictly prohibited here in Bahrain. They even snatch the cheapos in customs. 

Comment by lot on June 22, 2012 at 3:46pm

It's true that it's not news, but still interesting.

Also it's interesting because The Netherlands are one of the countries of the world with more "hidden" areas in Google Maps.

Comment by Paul Emous on June 22, 2012 at 3:48pm

Really? In Dubai they dont seem to have a problem with it. Until now i did not experience any problems.

Comment by Jasja Dekker on June 22, 2012 at 11:35pm

You are right, it IS quite interesting! I am curious how they check this anyway, I never hear of anyone being charged for taking pictures by plane, drone or kite.

Comment by Rob on June 23, 2012 at 2:31am

yes, it is an old law, completely obsolete now. But the Netherlands is knows only 1 thing, and that is to make things illegal. This law was made to protect military secrets, but all the army bases are visible on Bing-maps. If you do soem creative zooming, you can even tell how many F16s the airbase Volkel has.

Comment by Fabien Bruning on June 23, 2012 at 5:44am

Seems like you can apply for a (free) license as a hobbyist, but it has to be renewed every 4 weeks. 

Comment by CrashingDutchman on June 24, 2012 at 10:17am

Any details on that Fabien?

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