Reminder to all those holding an NQE “full recommendation” from PfCO days: GVC required to have an OA starting Jan 2024

We’re rapidly approaching a critical deadline. Effective January 1, 2024, all commercial drone pilots will be required to have an Operational Authorisation (OA), replacing the previous PfCO or NQE Certificate. Staying compliant is essential to continue flying in the specific category. Under CAP 722 edition 8, B3.2.7.2 Remote pilots operating under ‘standard permission’/’PFCO’ based permissions that were first…

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Protected: ARPAS-UK Response to CAA consultation on UAS regulation (members only)

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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…

CAP722H Update: “substantially unchanged”, but clarification means stricter interpretation of overflight of uninvolved people

The CAA published on 4 August an updated version of CAP722H Specific Category Operations: Pre-defined Risk Assessment Requirements, Guidance & Policy. The announcement is HERE. We will exchange with the REG SIG on the detailed review of this release and share opinions. We had a preview of that release and our preliminary assessment is that on…

CAP2555: Guidance on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods as Cargo for UAS/RPAS Operators in the Specific Category

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced the issuance of CAP2555, providing comprehensive guidance on the carriage of dangerous goods (DG) for UAS/RPAS Operations in the Specific Category. The document was published on 27th July 2023. This document has been developed to ensure the safe transport of dangerous goods when operating Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)…

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,…

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…

Protected: REG SIG Quarterly Activity Update (Members Only)

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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…

WATCH! Retained EU Law in Aviation Discussion with Simon Phippard, Of Counsel at Bird&Bird.

Key take away following briefing by the Department of Transport on 31 May 2023 on Retained EU Law, following the removal of the “sunset clause”. Discussion between Simon Phippard, Of Counsel at Bird&Bird, and Anne-Lise Scaillierez, CEO, ARPAS-UK. This follows the summary published a few days ago, where we expressed our understanding that EU retained…