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IN-2015/047 (PDF)

EASA plans to publish the associated technical advice later this year. 2.3 The agenda also included a regular report from the Executive Director which included the following notable points: RPAS: EASA plans to concentrate on the OPEN category (lighter RPAS) in the first place and to have a paper ready in July offered for wide consultation to all stakeholders including EASA MB; plan to publish guidelines in July (including for lower risk category) based on best practices in 14 Member States; still continuing to have two certification tasks for large RPAS (>150kg), one for fixed wing and one for rotorcraft.

Last updated: 22 February 2024

Modifications to a UK SORA-based Operational Authorisation

Applying for an update following a significant change

Assimilated Regulation (EU) 2019/947 UAS.SPEC.030(2) requires a UAS Operator to apply for an update to their Operational Authorisation (OA) following any significant change to the operation.

Last updated: 23 June 2025

PDRA01 overview

What it authorises and how it works

Operator requirements The UAS Operator must: comply with the responsibilities set out in UK Reg (EU) 2019/947, point UAS.SPEC.050, maintain records of each flight made under the Operational Authorisation, and make such records available to the Civil Aviation Authority on request as per UK Reg (EU) 2019/947, point UAS.SPEC.090.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

CAA-approved training providers

Directory of Recognised Assessment Entities (RAEs)

Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 Certificates We introduced the Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 Certificates in early 2025 and will add details of providers for those here once arrangements are in place. 3iC Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) Airborne Platforms UK (Registered name: Airborne Platforms UK Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) ASG (Registered name: Aviation Systems Group Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) Commercial Drone Training Education Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) COPTRZ Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) Drone Pilot Academy Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) Eagle Eye Innovations Ltd (L1, GVC, A2 CofC) Flyby Technology (Registered name: DAC UK Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) Global Drone Training (Registered name: Drone Training Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) Heliguy (Registered name: Colena Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) Iprosurv Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) iRed Limited (GVC, A2 CofC) Nexus Nine Ltd (GVC, A2 CofC) Osprey Drone Training (Registered name: Harbour Media Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) PCC Devon & Cornwall (GVC, A2 CofC) Pigs Can Fly (Registered name: ASSD Media Ltd) (GVC, A2 CofC) Professional Drone Training Ltd (GVC

Last updated: 05 November 2025

Prepare for the Flyer ID theory test

How to prepare for the Flyer ID test

Some drone and model aircraft regulations are changing and come into force on 1 January 2026.

Last updated: 22 September 2025

Children and parent guidance

How to get a Flyer ID and Operator ID for children

  It assumes that the drone or model aircraft being used by the child requires a Flyer ID and Operator ID.

Last updated: 22 September 2025

Flightworthiness and SAIL Mark

Programme background

This assessment will review evidence relating to the design, build and testing of the UAS, helping to ensure that it is safe to fly in the proposed operation. 

Last updated: 08 April 2025

ACP20177204: Statement of Need 20180416 EG D026 UAS BVLOS less than 150kts brief

Statement of Need 20180416 EG D026 UAS BVLOS less than 150kts brief

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

Getting a Flyer ID before you fly (points 27 to 29)

What to do if you will fly a drone or model aircraft that requires you to have a Flyer ID, and requirements for children under the age of 13.

Last updated: 22 September 2025

Get a Flyer ID

Take the test and register

  Organisations using drones or model aircraft  If your organisation owns or is responsible for drones and model aircraft, you need to register to get an Operator ID for your organisation.

Last updated: 22 September 2025