<p>The drone regulations for Iceland can be found <a href="https://www.icetra.is/aviation/drones/" rel="nofollow noreferrer">here</a> and <a href="https://www.icetra.is/media/log-og-reglur-i-flugmalum/Regulation-990-2017-on-the-operation-of-remotely-piloted-aircraft.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer">here (full PDF)</a>; they include an <a href="https://www.icetra.is/aviation/drones/frequently-asked-questions-faq/" rel="nofollow noreferrer">FAQ</a> which suggests recreational use is permitted - I have quoted a few of the points below, but I recommend you check their site for full details:</p>
<blockquote>
<p><strong>Do I need formal training and/or licence to fly a drone?</strong><br />
There is no requirement for special training/licence to fly drones under 25 kg, provided they are used for recreational purposes.<br />
...<br />
<strong>Is it mandatory to register the drone?</strong><br />
Recreational flights: No need to register.<br />
...<br />
<strong>Is insurance for drones mandatory?</strong><br />
...<br />
Recreational use: Insurance is not mandatory.<br />
...<br />
<strong>Where are drones prohibited?</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Over a crowd of people</li>
<li>Close to airports with scheduled traffic</li>
<li>Close to private houses and public buildings</li>
<li>Above 120 meters</li>
<li>Beyond visual line of sight of the pilot (BVLOS)</li>
</ul>
<p>...<br />
<strong>Can I fly over National Parks?</strong><br />
For flying over National Parks you need to apply for a permit...</p>
</blockquote>
<p>As to the safe wind speed for operating a DJI aircraft, you should check the specifications of your drone on the DJI website; look for the &quot;Max Wind Speed Resistance&quot; number on the &quot;Specs&quot; page (e.g. <a href="https://www.dji.com/uk/mini-2/specs" rel="nofollow noreferrer">DJI Mini 2</a>.)</p>

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Kralc
<p>I was wondering if someone had the chance to fly a DJI mavic mini/2 in Iceland?</p>
<p>Im asking because it is small and im not so familiar with drones, all I read is that it can fly up to 13/16 m/s winds but of course nothing can beat experienced answer.
Thank you</p>

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Using DJI mavic min in Iceland during July
Ben
# Using DJI mavic min in Iceland during July

(Asked by: username_0 on 2021-05-31)

I was wondering if someone had the chance to fly a DJI mavic mini/2 in Iceland?

Im asking because it is small and im not so familiar with drones, all I read is that it can fly up to 13/16 m/s winds but of course nothing can beat experienced answer.
Thank you

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### Answer by username_1 on 2021-05-31. Score: 3 | Accepted answer

The drone regulations for Iceland can be found [here](https://www.icetra.is/aviation/drones/) and [here (full PDF)](https://www.icetra.is/media/log-og-reglur-i-flugmalum/Regulation-990-2017-on-the-operation-of-remotely-piloted-aircraft.pdf); they include an [FAQ](https://www.icetra.is/aviation/drones/frequently-asked-questions-faq/) which suggests recreational use is permitted - I have quoted a few of the points below, but I recommend you check their site for full details:

> **Do I need formal training and/or licence to fly a drone?**  
> There is no requirement for special training/licence to fly drones under 25 kg, provided they are used for recreational purposes.  
> ...  
> **Is it mandatory to register the drone?**  
> Recreational flights: No need to register.  
> ...  
> **Is insurance for drones mandatory?**  
> ...  
> Recreational use: Insurance is not mandatory.  
> ...  
> **Where are drones prohibited?**
>
> * Over a crowd of people
> * Close to airports with scheduled traffic
> * Close to private houses and public buildings
> * Above 120 meters
> * Beyond visual line of sight of the pilot (BVLOS)
>
> ...  
> **Can I fly over National Parks?**  
> For flying over National Parks you need to apply for a permit...

As to the safe wind speed for operating a DJI aircraft, you should check the specifications of your drone on the DJI website; look for the "Max Wind Speed Resistance" number on the "Specs" page (e.g. [DJI Mini 2](https://www.dji.com/uk/mini-2/specs).)


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