Current drone situation
Hey everyone,
I have a trip coming up in 4 days and I'm hoping to get some real-time info from anyone who has recently flown into the new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).
I'm planning to bring a small consumer drone with me for recreational use. Because my trip is so soon, I absolutely do not have enough time to go through the official SSCA / Ministry of Defence permit application process.
I have zero intention of flying it anywhere near Siem Reap, downtown, or the Angkor temples (I know the rules and bans around the archaeological park are incredibly strict). My actual plan is to keep it packed away until I head down south to fly it strictly over the islands (Koh Rong / Koh Rong Sanloem).
For anyone who has landed at SAI recently with a drone in their luggage:
Did airport customs or security flag/X-ray your bag because of the drone?
If you didn't have a permit, did they confiscate it to hold until your departure, or did they let you through since it's for personal use on the islands?
Any tips on how to handle airport security if they do notice it?
Really appreciate any recent experiences or insight you guys can share! Thanks in advance.