Regulations
UK CAA

CAA’s Call for Input: Shaping the Future of UK UAS Regulations

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has taken a proactive step towards enhancing the regulation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in the United Kingdom. In its recent announcement, stakeholders are invited to contribute their insights and perspectives in the ongoing effort to improve and streamline UAS regulations. This Call for Input represents a significant opportunity for…

Department for Transport

CAA Review by DfT. 62% of RPAS operators disagree.

The Department for Transport announced the publication of the CAA’s performance review. If you remember, the consultation was open to the public and we invited you to respond. Also, ARPAS-UK responded and took part in workshops alongside General Aviation. To read the announcement by Baroness VERE, Minister for Aviation, click HERE. Yet, behind the headline,…

UK CAA

CAA Consultation: Shape the Future of Remote Pilot Competency

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…

UK CAA

CAA: Reminder for Remote Pilots operating under a PDRA

The UK’s Civil Aviation Authority would like to remind every remote pilot that from 1 January 2024 if they operate under a PDRA01 (Pre-Defined Risk Assessment) they must hold a General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC), in order to comply with AMC1 to Article 8 of UK Regulation (EU) 2019/947. Any remote pilot who does not…

Department for Transport

EU Retained Law in Aviation: by default all preserved.

The Department for Transport held a briefing session with aviation stakeholders on 31 May 2023 following the government’s announcement that it was scrapping the sunset clause in the Retained EU Law (Revocation & Reform) Bill. The new default mode is that all regulation is preserved and will be assimilated into UK Law. Only specific regulations…