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- Shanghai will launch "free-to-fly" drone zones on February 1 to boost the low-altitude economy.
- Registered consumer drones—including micro, light, and small models—may operate in designated airspace without prior approval.
- The zones cover about 46% of Shanghai's administrative areas.
- Three parks, including Shanghai Botanical Garden, will serve as experience zones.
- In restricted areas, operators must seek approval from local aviation authorities and use the Suishenban app to register and declare flights.
