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CAP2498C: Definition of the regulatory standards and regulatory framework roadmap – Phase 3 Report

This is the third report developed by EGIS following previous two project phases exploring the potential minimum specifications to support beneficial applications enabling Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) and the wider Airspace Modernisation Strategy (AMS).

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

CAP1804: Charge Proposal for the UK Drone and Model Aircraft Registration and Education Scheme Consultation - CAA Response Document

This document sets out our response to the comments received on the consultation for the proposed registration charge for the new UK Drone and Model Aircraft Registration and Education Scheme that becomes law on 30 November 2019.

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

Templates for dangerous goods operations for UK aircraft operators

Examples of templates of operations manuals for use by aircraft operators

Aircraft operators must obtain approval from the assigned Dangerous Goods Inspector prior to carrying dangerous goods Carriage of Dangerous Goods as Cargo for UAS/RPAS The following are examples of templates of Operations Manuals for RPAS operators operating in accordance with the EASA Implementing Rules as retained and amended in UK domestic law under the European Union (withdrawal) Act 2018 with and without approval to carry dangerous goods as cargo.

Last updated: 13 February 2025

SN-2023/005: Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Geo-Awareness

The purpose of this Safety Notice is to highlight inaccuracies with RPAS manufacturers’ inbuilt Geo-Fencing/Awareness and to reinforce the RPAS Operators responsibilities according to UK Reg (EU) 2019/947 UAS.OPEN.050(5)

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

CAP2012: Drone Rules: REQUIREMENTS FOR FLYING IN THE OPEN CATEGORY

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

CAP2988: The use of mobile communication networks in an aviation context

Through the UKRI Future Flight Challenge, we were commissioned to carry out an internal study to better understand the benefits and drawbacks of using Mobile Communications Networks (MCN) in an aviation context, and, how mobile networks services could improve the safety, security, and productivity of the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) market.

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 08 May 2024

Getting an operator ID before you fly (points 29 to 34)

What to do if you’re a drone or model aircraft operator.

Label all your drones or model aircraft with your operator ID You must label your operator ID on every drone or model aircraft you’re responsible for.

Last updated: 14 May 2025

CAP2007: Drone Rules: FLYING IN TOWNS AND CITIES (OR BUSY AREAS)

Publication status: Current

Last updated: 22 February 2024

CAP 722F: CAP 722F- Model Aircraft Operations Policy and Guidance

CAP 722F- Model Aircraft Operations Policy and Guidance describes the guidance and policy on the operation of model aircraft within the Open and Specific category of UAS operation, and the applicable regulatory requirements.

Publication status: Withdrawn

Last updated: 22 February 2024

What's considered an unmanned aircraft?

What is and isn't an unmanned aircraft?

An unmanned aircraft (UA) is any aircraft that can:  operate and fly autonomously; or  be remotely piloted, without a pilot onboard  Common types of unmanned aircraft include drones, and model aircraft  Drones include: rotary wing drones fixed wing drones  Model aircraft include:  model aeroplanes model gliders model helicopters  Unmanned aircraft may be untethered or tethered. 

Last updated: 08 April 2025