Retained EU Law
2019
United Kingdom
Regulation (EU) 2019/947 (UAS Operations)
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The operations manual for STS defined in Appendix 1 shall...
Subject matter
Definitions
Scope (operations in an enclosed area)
Categories of UAS operations
‘Open’ category of UAS operations
‘Specific’ category of UAS operations
‘Certified’ category of UAS operations
Rules and procedures for the operation of UAS
Rules and procedures for the competency of remote pilots
Minimum age for remote pilots
Regulations
Rules and procedures for the airworthiness of UAS
Rules for conducting an operational risk assessment
Authorising operations in the ‘specific’ category
Cross-border operations or operations outside the state of registration
Registration of UAS operators and certified UAS
Operational conditions for UAS geographical zones
UAS operations in the framework of model aircraft clubs and associations
Designation of the competent authority
Responsibilities of the CAA
Safety information
Particular provisions concerning the use of certain UAS in the ‘open’ category
UAS complying with the Delegated Regulation (EU Law version)
Adaptation of authorisations ... and certificates
Without prejudice to Article 20, before 1 January 2026 the...
(1) This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth...
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Civil Aviation Authority
UK's aviation regulator. Responsible for aviation safety, airspace policy, economic regulation of airports, and consumer protection. Issues air operator certificates, pilot licences, …
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