How do I fix "Flying is not enabled on this server" kicks?

The "Flying is not enabled on this server" kick usually shows up with elytra, certain mods, or unusually fast movement. It's a built-in anti-cheat response, and it's easy to turn off.

Why this happens

Minecraft servers reject flight by default. Elytra gliding, modded jetpacks, or high-speed movement can all trip this check and kick the player. Enabling flight in server.properties tells the server that flight is expected and legitimate.

Step-by-step

1. Open the Files tab and edit server.properties.
2. Set allow-flight=true.
3. Save and restart the server.

Tip: For modded flight — jetpacks, gliders, and similar — allow-flight=true is required, or those items will keep getting players kicked.

Still getting kicked on Paper/Spigot?

If you're on Paper or Spigot and a plugin's anti-cheat is causing the kicks, you may also need to raise that plugin's flight/movement thresholds in its config. Check the Console for which plugin is issuing the kick, then adjust its settings and restart.

Frequently asked questions

Will enabling flight let cheaters fly? allow-flight=true disables the vanilla flight kick. If you're worried about cheating, pair it with a proper anti-cheat plugin that distinguishes legitimate flight from hacks.

Do I need this for elytra? Yes — elytra gliding can trip the flight check on some setups, so allow-flight=true resolves those kicks too.