Realtime UK NOTAMs

NOTAM MAP INFO

A live, map-based view of UK NOTAMs for drone operators. Updated by NATS, making it easy to see notices on the map and decide if it’s safe to fly. Looking for a Drone Assist alternative? The Drone Scene web app is fast, mobile-friendly and ready today.

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Drone Assist Alternative

Best alternative to Drone Assist (Altitude Angel)

With the Drone Assist app no longer available for many pilots, thousands are searching for a dependable Drone Assist alternative and Altitude Angel alternative. Drone Scene is a UK drone map app showing live NATS NOTAMs, airspace overlays (FRZs, Class D, DJI GEO) and rich ground overlays (hazards, National Trust, SSSIs, meetups, locations, members). Plan safe, legal flights on mobile or desktop—no install required.

What is a NOTAM?

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is an official notification for airspace users, highlighting temporary hazards, restrictions, or changes that could affect flight safety. For drone pilots, a quick NOTAM check helps you avoid conflicts with events and operations such as air shows, emergency responses, surveying flights and military exercises.

  • See current NOTAMs plotted directly on the map
  • Updated by NATS for planning confidence
  • Make informed decisions about where and when to fly

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See how the Drone Scene app makes flight planning straightforward: explore live NOTAMs, airspace overlays, and ground information layers—all in one place. This video walkthrough covers the essentials so you can plan safe, legal flights with confidence.

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Realtime NOTAM Layer

NOTAMs visualised on a UK map, updated by NATS to help you judge local risks before flight.

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Airspace Overlays

Flight Restriction Zones, Class D Airspace, DJI GEO Zones and more—customise what you see.

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Ground Overlays

Hazards, foreshore & estuary, National Trust boundaries, SSSIs, meetups, locations and members.

Drone Scene vs Drone Assist: what you get today

  • UK drone NOTAM app: Live NATS NOTAMs plotted on an interactive map
  • Airspace overlays: FRZs, Class D, DJI GEO and more—tune the layers you need
  • Ground overlays: Hazards, National Trust, SSSIs, meetups, locations, members
  • Works everywhere: Mobile & desktop, fast web app, no installation
  • Community-driven: Built with the UK drone community for safe, legal flying

If you searched for a Drone Assist alternative or Altitude Angel alternative, the Drone Scene app is a reliable choice for planning your next flight.

Map Layers – Ground Overlays

Ground Overlays are customisable layers available to Silver and Gold Members so you can focus only on the data that matters.

  • Foreshore & Estuary: Crown Estate foreshore (between mean high and low water). Check any third-party restrictions.
  • Hazards: Train lines, pylons, power lines, schools, sports venues and other ground risks.
  • Locations: Recommended places to fly, submitted by Grey Arrows Drone Club members who have flown there.
  • Meetups: Discover or plan club meetups across the UK.
  • Members (opt-in): See participating members’ general locations.
  • National Trust: Understand boundaries and access; no take-off from NT land, but overflight may be lawful if other rules are met.
  • SSSIs: Sites of Special Scientific Interest—contact the relevant national body before flying over sensitive habitats.
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Map Layers – Airspace Overlays

  • Airports & Airspace Restrictions: Quickly identify relevant controls and advisories.
  • Class D Airspace: Controlled airspace below 400 ft has no separate rules for small UAS, but all ANO responsibilities apply.
  • DJI GEO Zones: See geofenced areas; some may require unlocking in DJI apps.
  • Flight Reports: Current and future flying events reported by other airspace users.
  • Flight Restriction Zones (FRZ): Around protected aerodromes—permission required to fly within an FRZ.
  • NOTAMs: Realtime notices that may affect your flight plan.
  • Other Risks: Additional information that doesn’t fit other categories.
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NOTAMs & Safe Drone Flying – FAQs

Drone Scene is a mobile-friendly UK drone map app featuring live NATS NOTAMs, airspace overlays (FRZs, Class D, DJI GEO) and ground layers to help plan safe, legal flights.
Yes—Drone Scene is a fast, mobile-friendly web app that works on phones, tablets and desktop. No installation needed.
The Drone Assist app from Altitude Angel is no longer available for many pilots. If you relied on it, Drone Scene is a reliable Drone Assist alternative with live NOTAMs and comprehensive planning overlays.
Not always. A NOTAM alerts you to activity or restrictions. Read the details and decide whether and how your flight can be conducted legally and safely—which may include not flying at that place or time.

Plan Your Next Drone Flight Safely

Use the Drone Scene app to assess NOTAMs, airspace overlays and on-the-ground information. If you searched for a Drone Assist alternative or Altitude Angel alternative, you’re in the right place.

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Always check current regulations with the CAA before flying.