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CAP3143 (PDF)

March 2025 The Government appoints us as the Market Surveillance Authority (MSA) for drones.

Last updated: 23 July 2025

PDRA01 oversight and enforcement

Oversight and enforcement process for PDRA01

As a minimum, we expect the following information to be recorded for each flight to satisfy the requirements of the PDRA01 oversight process: Date Operator name Operator ID Remote Pilot name Flyer ID Operating category or authorisation Operating location Start time End time UAS type UAS make and model UAS serial number UAS take-off mass PDRA01 Authorisation number Flight time for this flight Cumulative flight time CAP 2606B - PDRA01 Remote Pilot Logbook Template Maintenance logs Your maintenance log should record all maintenance activity conducted on the UAS in line with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Last updated: 15 October 2025

CAP3086: The Effects of Emerging Technology Aviation Noise

The presence of emerging aviation technologies is an expanding area of aviation and includes vehicles such as Unmanned Aviation Systems (UAS) which are also known as drones , and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) aircraft, including air taxis, sometimes referred to as Unmanned Aerial vehicles (UAVs) and electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing vehicles (eVTOLs).

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 21 May 2025

New system introduced to simplify airspace notifications for cranes

A new system has been introduced to simplify the process of creating airspace notifications for construction activities. 

The new Airspace Co-ordination Obstacle Management Service (ACOMS) portal will help those planning flights and drone activity to assess any risks and plan appropriately. 

Last updated: 16 October 2023

CAP1264 V3 (PDF)

Usage of Unmanned Aircraft There are many benefits of utilising UAVs within the hospital estate for inspections and survey work, and likewise with cargo drone RPAS systems intra-hospital.

Last updated: 11 December 2025

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)

Introduction to the rules

Normally, you must always keep your drone within direct sight.

Last updated: 10 September 2025

SRG1303T Issue7 Word (DOCX)

UAV/Drones being used by Potential for collision with display aircraft and/or member of the public. 3 4 R All security staff to watch for any members of the public bringing a 1 3 A EO responsible for checking and briefing stall holders and SRG 1303T: Flying Display Risk Assessment Template Hazard Description Risk Description (including location where appropriate) Initial rating Mitigation Measures (if applicable) Final rating Remarks (if applicable) L S Risk Decision U = Unacceptable R =Review A = Acceptable L S Risk Decision U = Unacceptable R =Review A = Acceptable unauthorized persons UAV/Drone into the site.

Last updated: 10 April 2025

CAP3171 (PDF)

The RP must complete the training course and test provided by the CAA Drone and Model Aircraft Registration System (DMARES) (https://register-drones.caa.co.uk/).

Last updated: 19 September 2025

Consumer Panel minutes 10 October 2024 (PDF)

The FFC includes 20 challenge programmes and over 100 projects in areas including drones, advanced air mobility and regional air mobility.

Last updated: 24 July 2025

Accident DJI Matrice M210 v1

DJI Matrice M210 v1

AAIB investigation to DJI Matrice M210 Version 1 (UAS, registration n/a) Safety Recommendation: 2022-004 Safety Recommendation Text 2022-004: It is recommended that the Civil Aviation Authority review the Visual Line of Sight distance figures in CAP 722 and amend the guidance to make it clear that just being able to see an unmanned aircraft is not sufficient for Visual Line of Sight operations and that pilots need to be able to demonstrate that at the distance they are flying, they can manoeuvre it rapidly to avoid a collision and can also land the unmanned aircraft safely following a loss of position-holding without reference to video or telemetry.

Last updated: 18 June 2025