In 2023, CAAS took police actions against 309 instances of unlawful autonomous aircraft operations. Eight individuals and seven companies were prosecuted in court, and were fined between S$ 4,000 and S$ 45,000.
CAAS has put up additional” No UA flying” (unmanned aircraft ) signs at open fields and gardens, which have already been identified as common drone-flying areas within 5km of Changi Airport.
As part of police efforts , In these areas, additional ancillary police officials will be stationed. Additionally, the officials have a background in public education and explanation. on the problems of flying drones near to Changi Airport, CAAS added.
Over the years, UA actions have gained acceptance. It is important that we work together to ensure that aircraft and common health is certainly compromised,” said Mr Maran Paramanathan , Director of CAAS’s autonomous systems policy, rules, and operations.
Anyone found guilty of operating an autonomous aircraft within 5 kilometers of airports, risk areas, prohibited places, restricted places, and protected areas may be fined up to  under the Air Navigation Act of 1996. $ 50,000 or jailed for up to two years.