Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 8 October 2025

Website: Drone Approvals

Operated by: Jolly Good Web Limited, a company registered in England and Wales Registered Company Number 12899639

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Drone Approvals. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using Drone Approvals, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Description of Service

Drone Approvals is a directory service that provides contact information for UK airports to assist drone operators in requesting flight consent within restricted zones. Our services include:

Public Directory: Basic airport information viewable by all visitors
Registered User Services: Additional contact details and access to a contact form relay service (available only to registered users)

The website acts solely as an information directory and communication relay service. We do not provide aviation advice, legal guidance, or flight authorisation.

3. Information Accuracy and Disclaimer

3.1 No Guarantee of Accuracy

Whilst we endeavour to ensure that all information displayed on Drone Approvals is accurate and current, we make no representations, warranties, or guarantees, whether express or implied, regarding:

The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any airport contact information
The currency or up-to-date nature of any listed details
The availability or responsiveness of any airport contacts

3.2 Information Changes

Airport contact details, operational hours, and procedures may change without notice. We do not guarantee that our directory will reflect real-time changes or updates.

3.3 User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

Verifying the accuracy of any information obtained from our website
Confirming contact details and procedures directly with airports before relying upon them
Ensuring compliance with all applicable aviation regulations and legal requirements
Obtaining proper authorisation before operating a drone in any restricted zone

3.4 No Liability for Inaccuracies

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Drone Approvals, its operators, directors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from:

Inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information provided on the website
Reliance upon information obtained from the directory
Inability to contact an airport using information provided
Any consequences of acting or failing to act based on information from our website

4. User Accounts and Registration

4.1 Account Creation

To access additional features including contact forms and enhanced airport details, you may create a user account. You must:

Provide accurate and complete information during registration
Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account
Accept responsibility for all activities conducted through your account

4.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for any reason including breach of these Terms, suspected fraudulent activity, or misuse of the service.

5. Contact Form and Communication Relay Service

5.1 Service Description

Registered users may use our contact form to send messages to airports. This service operates as a relay only—we forward your message to the airport's registered email address.

5.2 No Guarantee of Delivery or Response

We make no guarantees regarding:

Successful delivery of messages to airports
Receipt of messages by airport personnel
Timeliness of message delivery
Response from airports to your enquiries
The accuracy of email addresses held for airports

5.3 No Liability for Communication Failures

Drone Approvals shall not be liable for:

Failed message delivery due to incorrect email addresses, technical issues, or other causes
Lack of response from airports
Delays in communication
Content of communications between you and airport operators
Any consequences arising from communications facilitated through our service

5.4 Communication Beyond Our Service

Once initial contact is made through our relay service, all subsequent communication occurs directly between you and the airport. We are not party to these communications and bear no responsibility for their content, outcome, or consequences.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 No Consequential Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by English law, Drone Approvals shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages including but not limited to:

Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
Loss of data or information
Costs of substitute services
Regulatory fines or penalties
Damage to property or personal injury
Any damages arising from drone operations or inability to obtain flight authorisation

6.2 Maximum Liability

Our total aggregate liability to you for any and all claims arising from or related to the use of Drone Approvals shall not exceed £100 (one hundred pounds sterling).

6.3 Service Provided "As Is"

The website and all services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

7. User Responsibilities and Conduct

7.1 Compliance with Laws

You agree to:

Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules governing drone operations in the United Kingdom
Obtain all necessary permissions, licences, and authorisations before operating a drone
Verify all information independently before acting upon it
Use the website only for lawful purposes

7.2 Prohibited Conduct

You must not:

Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through contact forms
Use the service to harass, abuse, or send unsolicited communications
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website
Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
Use automated systems to access or extract data from the website
Reproduce, duplicate, or copy any content without our express written permission

8. Intellectual Property

All content on Drone Approvals, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Drone Approvals or its licensors and is protected by UK and international intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written consent.

9. Data Protection and Privacy

We process personal data in accordance with UK data protection laws including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Drone Approvals, its operators, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the website or services
Your breach of these Terms
Your violation of any laws or regulations
Your drone operations or activities
Any communications you send through our relay service
Any reliance upon information obtained from our directory

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

12. Service Availability

We do not guarantee that the website will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components. We reserve the right to suspend, withdraw, or modify any aspect of the service without notice.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Drone Approvals regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Email: contact@droneapprovals.com
Address: Mosaic, Thomas Parker House, 13-14 Silver St, Lincoln LN2 1DY

17. Acknowledgement

By using Drone Approvals, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
You accept these Terms in full
You understand that the website provides directory information only and does not guarantee accuracy
You are solely responsible for verifying information and complying with all applicable regulations
Drone Approvals shall not be liable for any consequences arising from your use of the service or reliance upon information provided

Last Updated: 8 October 2025