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British Gliding Association granted Delegated Authority status
Michael MacDonald, Co-Head of General Aviation and RPAS Unit, at the UK Civil Aviation Authority, said: “We welcome the opportunity of working more closely with the BGA as part of this enhanced delegation decision.
Last updated: 19 February 2024
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New 600kg microlight aeroplane classification becomes law
The UK Civil Aviation Authority is pleased to announce the long-awaited revision of the UK Microlight Aeroplane definition
Sophie-Louise O'Sullivan, Head of Head of General Aviation (GA) & Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) said, “Our decision to revise the UK Microlight definition not only demonstrates our commitment to the Government's general aviation strategy set out in the Government's recent General Aviation Roadmap but also our commitment to listen and work with the wider UK GA community.
Last updated: 11 November 2021
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CAA announces winning entries for #shotonmydrone photography competition
The #ShotOnMyDrone competition received over 800 stunning entries With submissions from across the UK, the winning images featured the best birds-eye-views of urban and countryside landscapes
Designed to both highlight the extraordinary images that drones can capture and educate people on how to use drones safely while exploring the UK’s beautiful towns, cities, and countryside, drone users were invited to submit images to four categories: urban day, urban night, countryside, and Christmas.
Last updated: 04 April 2022
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CAP3038: Delivering Scalable UAS BVLOS in the Specific Category - The UK CAA Technical Strategy Delivery Model
The publication sets out the the individual components, delivery model and roadmap we are delivering to enable routine UAS BVLOS Operations in the UK.
Publication status: Current
Last updated: 24 September 2024
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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
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Swarm operations
Guidance and policy
Guidance on applying for an Operational Authorisation for swarm operations with rotary wing drones is in our policy and guidance document: UAS Rotary Wing Swarm Operations – Visual Line of Sight – Requirements, Guidance & Policy)
Last updated: 28 April 2025
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CAP1789: The New European UAS Regulations: General Outline
This document provides an outline of the new EU UAS Regulatory documents, a simple explanation of the general intent behind the key parts of the regulations, and the CAA’s plans for their implementation.
Publication status: Withdrawn
Last updated: 22 February 2024
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Get a Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take the test and register
Use this service to: take the theory test to get a Flyer ID register for an Operator ID if you also own or are responsible for a drone or model aircraft Age limits You must be at least 18 years old to get an Operator ID.
Last updated: 08 April 2025
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CAP309002 (PDF)
Proposals to increase RPAS charges had elicited a significant volume of consultation responses.
Last updated: 31 March 2025
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SRG1322 Issue 9 (PDF)
IMPORTANT NOTES: Information about the applicable charges: see the CAA Scheme of Charges: RPAS dated 12 March 2025 (paragraph 3.3).
Last updated: 01 April 2025