Unmanned aircraft and drones

Information about all aspects of unmanned aviation

For the UK Dronecode, links to drone safety apps and other drone safety information visit dronesafe.uk

Guidance for commercial drone operators on the new application process for obtaining a standard permission

Our role

Recreational drones and private flights

Permissions and exemptions

Model aircraft

Guidance on the regulations that apply

CAP 658 Model aircraft safety guidance

Commercial operations with small drones

Larger unmanned aircraft

Aircraft with an operating mass greater than 20kg and / or those flown beyond visual line of sight

Guidance on regulations and exemptions

Information for the public

Guidance on regulations, reporting concerns and hiring a drone operator for filming or photography

Approved drone operators

Consumers Tweets

@UK_CAA If you are planning on hiring a commercial drone operator, make sure they are fully approved… https://t.co/Tri848CSP2 4 hours ago

@UK_CAA The UK Civil Aviation Authority confirms that Richard Moriarty today (24 May 2018) becomes its new Chief Executive… https://t.co/1FpfIwWMwj 8 hours ago

@UK_CAA RT @ATOLprotected: Affected by the #ParadeTravel collapse? Check our dedicated website for advice and information. 6 days ago

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Consumers News

Only use approved commercial drone users or you could be out of pocket – warns CAA 24 May, 2018

How late would you book? 22 May, 2018

Civil Aviation Authority launches review of airlines’ allocated seating policies 2 February, 2018

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Consumers Blogs

Planning your next holiday abroad? 10 April, 2018

‘Share the Air’ gets off to a flying start 1 December, 2017

Passengers with hidden disabilities 8 December, 2016

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