The Russian government has designated a radio frequency band from 5030 to 5091 MHz to establish a unified digital framework for the management of civilian drones. This development was reported via a Telegram channel associated with the Cabinet, signaling a coordinated move to centralize drone operations and oversight through standardized communications.
In May 2023, the government executed a strategic plan for unmanned aircraft system development through 2030 and endorsed the related national project. The core aim is to align the technical requirements for operating unmanned aerial vehicles with the broader aviation landscape, enabling a shared network for navigation and control that would support both unmanned and manned aircraft in a synchronized airspace environment.
Earlier, officials in the Kaliningrad region announced a temporary prohibition on civilian UAV flights. This move reflected heightened regional scrutiny as authorities tested safeguards and refined governance approaches to drone activity along sensitive corridors and urban areas.
On June 28, Vladimir Voloshin, head of the Digital Economy Development Department within the Ministry of Economic Development, stated that the ministry is reviewing potential exemptions from the civilian UAV ban in certain regions. Specific attention is being given to agricultural drones and the possible legal grounds for limited operations that would not compromise safety or air traffic management.
Previously, the Ministry of Industry and Trade outlined plans related to civilian drone production for 2023, underscoring the government’s interest in boosting domestic manufacturing, ensuring quality standards, and fostering technological advancement in the unmanned aviation sector. This package of policies reflects a deliberate effort to integrate unmanned systems into national infrastructure while balancing security, economic growth, and public safety.