B-RID in Singapore: Full Guide to the New Drone Regulations
Starting 1 December 2025, a new rule will takes effect that will change how you operate your unmanned aircraft (UA) in shared airspace. If your UA weighs more than 250 g and you operate it outdoors in Singapore, your UA must broadcast identification and flight data via a B-RID system.
You don’t need to worry—we have created this guide so you can avoid last-minute surprises and fly with confidence.
What is B-RID?
Broadcast Remote ID (B-RID) is a system that allows a UA in flight to share identification and locational information through short-range signals via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth technology.
You can think of it as a digital license plate for UA. This makes each flight identifiable to nearby receivers and authorities for safety and accountability.
What does B-RID Transmits?
When your UA’s B-RID is active, it automatically transmits the following key data fields required under Singapore’s B-RID regulation:
1. Operator ID
A unique identification number issued by CAAS when you register your UA (required for UA over 250 g). It identifies you as the registered operator, and the operator ID can be found via the UA registration portal.
Analogy: Think of this as your driver’s license, it identifies who is responsible for the flight.
2. Serial Number
The serial number refers to two possible identifiers, depending on your setup:
- If you’re using a drone with built-in B-RID, it refers to the unique serial number assigned by the drone’s manufacturer.
- If you’re using an external B-RID module, it refers to the serial number of that module.
Analogy: This is a device-specific identifier that acts like the license plate or identity of the aircraft or module in use.
3. Drone Position
The drone’s current GPS coordinates and the timestamp recorded.
4. Height of Operation
The drone’s height relative to ground level or the take-off point and the timestamp recorded.
5. Drone Heading
The route course of the UA, measured clockwise from true north.
6. Drone Speed
The drone’s ground speed of the aircraft.
6. Pilot or Take off Position
The location of the remote pilot operating the drone. If this information is not available, the system will instead transmit the take-off point as the reference location.
These are the mandatory data fields defined by CAAS for all aircraft equipped with B-RID in Singapore.
The information is transmitted regularly — typically once per second for positional data and once every three seconds for static data — ensuring real-time visibility without recording personal details.
Why does B-RID Matters?
B-RID allows authorities to identify drones to ensure safety and enable proper deconfliction of shared airspace. Your system broadcasts data that ties a flight to a responsible operator while revealing only what’s necessary for safety oversight.
Some might question whether B-RID is really necessary, but in practice it offers several benefits that directly help you:
- Prevents misunderstanding – Clear identification reduces confusion and public assurance when people see a UA flying in the sky.
- Protects legitimate flyers – Authorities can easily distinguish between compliant operators and individual with malicous intent.
- Keeps skies safer and well deconflicted – Identification helps prevent interference between UA and manned aircraft.
- Supports more advanced flying in the future – B-RID forms the foundation for scaled and more complexed flight operations, including BVLOS, automated operations and wide-spread UA activities.
In short, B-RID helps make the skies safer and more trusted for everyone. This allows you to fly confidently and focus on what you love most: flying.
Who Needs B-RID?
You need B-RID for outdoor flights with UA > 250 g, whether you’re flying for leisure, education, including UATO activities.
You don’t need B-RID if your drone is ≤ 250 g, you’re flying indoors (fully enclosed on the top and all sides), or you’re operating under an Operator Permit activity using the FlyItSafe app.
Remember: registration of UA via UA portal still applies to UA over 250 g, B-RID just complements it.
How to Comply?
Whether you’re upgrading your existing drone or getting a new one, there are 2 simple paths to compliance:
1. Use a drone with built-in B-RID
Some newer UA models comes along with a built-in broadcast Remote ID.
Once you enable the correct region/profile and enter your CAAS-issued Operator ID, the aircraft’s internal system will automatically transmit the required identification and flight data whenever it’s in the air.
In Singapore, the following eight UA models are currently approved by CAAS (as of 14 November 2025):
- DJI Air 3
- DJI Air 3S
- DJI Avata 2
- DJI Mavic 3 Pro
- DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine
- DJI Mavic 4 Pro (64 GB)
- DJI Mavic 4 Pro (512 GB)
- DJI Mini 5 Pro
Reminder: CAAS updates this list over time. Always check the latest “B-RID Technical Standards and Requirements” page before you buy or travel.
If you’re flying one of these models, you don’t need an external B-RID module; just update firmware, enable the Singapore region if required, and load your Operator ID in the manufacturer’s app. On DJI models, this feature is typically labelled “Remote ID.”
If you’re visiting from overseas, check with your manufacturer or dealer in advance—some units need a one-time region activation for use in Singapore.
2. Add a compliant B-RID module (external)
For older drones or custom builds that don’t have the B-RID feature, you can easily attach a B-RID module when you fly.
These modules are small devices that broadcast your aircraft’s identity and flight data over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and they can be transferred between UAs. These modules come in two main form:
1. With built-in battery: Simple plug-and-play solutions and great for travelers or commerical off the shelf UA. CAAS-approved modules you can get:
- Local: Heron AirBeep-B
- International: Dronetag Beacon / Mini, Zing Z-RID Lite, BlueMark db120 / db150 / db154, Aerobits idMEbatt
2. Without battery: This module are lighter and cleaner for permanent installs, but they need manual integration with your UA’s power supply. CAAS-approved modules you can get:
- Local: Heron AirBeep-B (OEM)
- International: Dronetag BS / BS (gen. 2), BlueMark db121 / db151 (incl. PCB variants), Aerobits idME+ / idME Pro
Reminder: CAAS updates this list over time. Always check the latest “B-RID Technical Standards and Requirements” page before you buy or travel.
You can get approved modules from local vendors (such as Heron AirBridge) or international vendors that ship to Singapore (such as Dronetag, BlueMark, Zing, and Aerobits).
A Quick Pre-Flight Habit
Once your setup is in place, run this quick pre-flight routine before you take off:
- Power up at the site and wait for all systems to initialize.
- Confirm there are no B-RID faults or warnings in the UA/app/module.
- If you have a Drone scanner app, such as Heron Airbridge Mobile App, you can use it as an extra check.
- If anything is off—especially B-RID errors—don’t fly until resolved.
Penalties
Operating a drone without B-RID is a serious offense that can lead to a fine of up to $10,000, six months in prison, or both. Always ensure your setup is compliant and functioning before you fly.
Want to know which B-RID modules or built-in models are best for your needs?
Stay tuned! Our next article will walk you through the different types of RID and where to buy them.
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- Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. “https://www.caas.gov.sg/public-passengers/unmanned-aircraft/ua-regulatory-requirements/ua-remote-identification”
- Federal Aviation Administration. “https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/remote_id”
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