Regulations

Regulatory Horizons Council

The Regulatory Horizons Council (RHC) is an independent expert committee that identifies the implications of technological innovation, and provides government with impartial, expert advice on the regulatory reform required to support its rapid and safe introduction. This report makes recommendations on how the UK can unlock the benefits of drones and support wider commercial deployment through regulation.

Drones and Low Flying Military Aircraft

Whether you are flying your drone for fun or profit, the need to fly safely and legally is often discussed.  Height limits and airspace restrictions are set out in the the CAA website for all to follow and doing so will help to avoid conflict with manned aircraft and the risks that this poses.  Generally speaking, civilian…

Drones and UAS standards landscape — 2021

Prepared by BSI and ARPAS-UK Drone technology has the potential to deliver significant benefits across multiple industries, from construction to transport. Achieving this potential will depend on building confidence in safety, airworthiness, privacy and beyond – areas where standards could have an important role to play. This report, developed by BSI and ARPAS-UK, considers the…