Amman: The Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) on Thursday issued Jordan’s first license for a commercial drone operator, granting it to Elements TV Production in line with technical instructions under the Civil Aviation Law No. 41 of 2007 and its amendments.
According to Jordan News Agency, CARC Chairman Haitham Misto stated that the license reflects years of effort to build a regulatory and oversight framework for licensing and operating this vital sector, which remains subject to civil aviation safety and security standards. He emphasized the commission’s commitment to issuing further licenses under both national legislation and international standards, and noted that qualified teams are ready to handle licensing, monitoring, and inspection processes. He also mentioned that other companies are in the process of completing licensing requirements.
Elements TV Production’s General Manager, Ibrahem Abusalma, praised CARC’s regulatory role, describing the license as a sign of Jordan’s maturing legislation and the state’s commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. He highlighted the company’s aim to offer advanced services in media and marketing, while also supporting the tourism, construction, and agriculture sectors.
Drone applications are expanding, encompassing security monitoring, infrastructure inspection, crop management and pesticide spraying, mapping and surveying, parcel delivery, building maintenance, as well as media production and tourism promotion. The drone aviation sector is seen as a promising field for Jordan’s economy, offering new investment and employment opportunities, supporting digital and technological innovation, and cutting costs and time while improving efficiency in service delivery.