For many people, traveling includes drones in their luggage, both at home and abroad. With the EU-wide drone regulation that has been in effect since the beginning of the year, a drone registered in Austria can in principle be flown anywhere in the EU. But caution is advised, especially in summer - extreme heat can affect aircraft, batteries and pilots.

If you are traveling by car or camper, you should make sure that the drone is not in the vehicle when the temperature is high - temperatures inside can rise to 70 degrees. This is especially a burden for the delicate batteries. “Temperatures above 60 degrees damage the cells, the battery loses capacity, regardless of whether it is in flight or not. That is irreversible, ”advises ÖAMTC drone expert Benjamin Hetzendorfer. 

After flying, it is always advisable to let the drone cool down in the shade, ”explains the drone expert from the mobility club. In addition, pilots should also think about self-protection in extremely hot weather. Hetzendorfer: “Flying a drone requires concentration. You are a participant in air traffic, so you always have to be attentive and also see whether other aircraft are approaching. It is also advisable to take regular breaks, drink enough and find a shady spot for yourself. "

Air travel - drone in the suitcase, batteries in hand luggage

When traveling by air, the drone can be transported in a suitcase. The batteries, however, must be carried in hand luggage. “For the particularly delicate lithium polymer batteries, it is advisable to transport them in a fire-proof storage bag, such as a so-called lipo bag,” advises the ÖAMTC drone expert.