This is the fourth edition of CAP 722D: UAS Operations in UK Airspace – Abbreviations and Master Glossary. It is a full document review and update.
Aim
CAP 722D is the abbreviations list and glossary of terms and for all documents in the CAP 722 series and is the single source of reference. This document also contains additional abbreviations and terms that may be useful for the UAS Regulated Community. This document does not replace definitions and abbreviations contained in relevant UAS Regulations.
Content
The terminology relating to UAS operations continues to evolve and therefore the abbreviations and glossary of terms sections are not exhaustive. Terms and definitions in this document are drawn from a combination of applicable UAS regulation, emerging ICAO definitions, EASA and other ‘common use’ terms which are considered to be acceptable alternatives. Where possible, a reference has been provided, in italics below the definition.
4 February 2025