#low-altitude economy

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A fleet of drones flying over a Chinese city with digital flight paths

China Overhauls Decades-Old Aviation Law to Formalize Low-Altitude Drone Economy

China has revised its Civil Aviation Law for the first time since 1995, formally legalizing the drone industry. The new framework supports the 'low-altitude economy' and mandates CAAC certification.

Dec 27, 2025

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China's Sky-High Dilemma: Rogue Drones Test Beijing's 'Low-Altitude Economy' Ambitions

Rogue drones flying at airliner altitudes in China create a high-stakes test for Beijing. Will it crack down or innovate its way to a safe low-altitude economy?

Dec 20, 2025