BryceTech was commissioned by the Department for Transport to assess the Advanced Air Mobility market readiness. The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) has published a comprehensive review on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) titled “Advanced Air Mobility Evidence Review.” Released on December 5, 2023, and updated on December 7, 2023, this independent report, produced by BryceTech…
BSI Flex 1903 v1.0 2023-08 With thanks to our member BSI Group, to Anthony Venetz, long standing aviation expert at Across Safety Development, the Technical Author, and to all ARPAS-UK members who contributed to this first version. What does BSI Flex 1903 cover? The standard includes definitions of 90 terms and 53 acronyms used in future…
Dr Anna Jackman, Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Reading, has released her Commercial Drone Industry Report: Professional, Responsible and Considerate Drone Use, in conjunction with ARPAS-UK. In addition, Dr Jackman has launched her Drone Industry Toolkit for Professional, responsible and Considerate commercial drone use. Again this is in conjunction with ARPAS-UK, for…
The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) UK Economic Impact Study is a comprehensive report published by PwC. They are widely recognised for their expertise in conducting in-depth research and providing strategic insights across various industries. The study aims to assess the viability and potential of AAM in the United Kingdom by analysing its socioeconomic impact, comparing…
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have announced an essential consultation regarding the future of remote pilot competency. This consultation presents a significant chance for our industry to shape the regulatory landscape and ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for remote pilots and operators. Overview of the Consultation The CAA have released a proposal that covers…
PwC: Building Trust in Commercial Drones “Only 43% think industry is using commercial drones effectively”. Recently, PwC UK published Trust in Commercial Drones, an assessment of how industry attitudes to drones have changed over the past three years and the implications for actions to grow the UK drone economy. PwC stated “It was our pleasure to work…
BT and the GSMA alliance published a report on 8th June 2023, concluding that action is needed within next year for UK to catch up in drone economy race. To access BT’s press release and full report, click HERE. Below is a press release extract: BT Group and GSMA Intelligence lay out guidance for UK…
Gordon Baker, Policy Advisor, Dept for Science, Innovation and Technology, shared with us his insights on the UK’s Commercial Drone Opportunity, its position within the wider innovation/technology landscape, and the path to unlock the commercial opportunities. ARPAS-UK annual conference, March 2023. To watch the video recording, click below: And the presentation pdf:
Technology is revolutionising the way we fly. Remotely piloted drones are offering safer, cheaper and faster services of a scope unimaginable a decade ago. Piloted electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft are undergoing flight testing. These are quiet, zero-emissions aircraft, that will carry commercial passengers in just a few years’ time. The economic and…