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CAP2383: Using Drones to Carry Dangerous Goods using Crash Protected Containers, BEIS RPF2 Project Outcomes
Two projects were selected from the CAA, one of which was to establish a test regime for crash protected containers to enable drones to carry dangerous goods.The purpose of this report is to describe the context, outcomes, approach, and next steps of the RPF project.
Publication status: Current
Last updated: 22 February 2024
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Drone apps and airspace restriction websites
Understanding what information your drone app provides
The developers of the products listed below have declared that their app or website provides: clear and accurate visualisation of relevant airspace with textual description comprehensive and reliably up-to-date airspace database from an approved aeronautical information management source (to ensure timely inclusion of airspace changes and temporary restrictions or hazards) information relating to UK drone safety regulations, such as the Drone and Model Aircraft code We support any measure to improve the safe use of drones but do not endorse individual products.
Last updated: 23 April 2025
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Serious drone prosecution highlights need for drone users to understand and follow safety rules
CAA is reminding drone users of the need to fly safely and follow the rules or face serious consequences
As a police drone unit we know the benefits drones can bring to society, but people using a drone in this way not only threaten the safety of aircraft and the public they also damage the future use of drones.”
Last updated: 29 June 2023
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2023 UK drone survey results revealed
Every year we conduct a survey of the public and drone users to gauge their understanding of the rules covering drone flying - the 2023 results are just out.
Every year we conduct a survey of the public and drone users to gauge their understanding of the rules covering drone flying.
Last updated: 22 May 2023
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Aviation regulator sets out plan to enable routine drone flights beyond line of sight
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published a plan that will see drones fly regularly and routinely beyond line of sight unlocking benefits across society.
At a glance: The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published a plan that will see drones fly regularly and routinely beyond line of sight unlocking benefits across society.
Last updated: 14 October 2024
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Drone users urged to respond to significant consultation on proposals to develop regulations
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has signalled proposals designed to make drone flights safer and to make it easier for drone users to understand and comply with regulations
Proposals are based on feedback from the drone community in previous Call for Input, and input from the Department for Transport, Home Office, and the Police Proposals include introduction of product requirements for drones, extension of Flyer ID training to users of drones under 250g, introduction of Remote ID and extension of time period to adopt new drones by two years.
Last updated: 13 February 2024
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CAP2507: DRONE EDUCATIONAL & SAFETY ARTICLES: YOU HAVE CONTROL
Sets out factors that could indirectly or directly affect a remote pilots performance and decrease the safety of RPAS operations.
Publication status: Current
Last updated: 22 February 2024
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Reminding drone pilots to share the sky safely this Christmas
The UK Civil Aviation Authority is reminding drone pilots to share the sky safely this Christmas
So, to help keep the air ambulance charities flying safely and help treat more people in local communities, the CAA is reminding drone users to keep a good look out for helicopters when flying their drones and make sure they keep their drones well away from helicopters and aircraft.
Last updated: 18 January 2023
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Get an Operator ID for an organisation
Register your organisation to use drones or model aircraft
Use this service to register your organisation for an Operator ID if it's responsible for drones or model aircraft.
Last updated: 08 April 2025
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Insurance requirements
Insurance requirements for drones and other unmanned aircraft
If you fly a drone or model aircraft that weighs less than 500kg for recreation, sport, or as a hobby, you can choose whether to have insurance.
Last updated: 08 April 2025