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We have published a document that covers the small unmanned aircraft related articles within the Air Navigation Order that will remain relevant after the 13 March 2019 amendment. It provides an outline of the revised regulations as they now appear in law, guidance on the effects of the two recent changes, and how they will […]

Jamming activity will take place 11th – 22nd of February 2019 near the STANTA training area in Norfolk within 3NM of location 523230N 0004352E. The activity may affect UAV within 20NM (433-915MHz) and 13NM (2.5-5.8GHz) up to 40,000FT AMSL.  During the trials UAS command and control systems may suffer intermittent or total failure or give incorrect […]

We have published CAP1754 – General Aviation Strategy 2018-23 on our website. The updated 5-year General Aviation strategy compliments and supports both government and wider CAA strategy and is aimed at supporting and championing General Aviation in the UK. Please click here to access the report. SW2019/14

The UK Civil Aviation Authority Airspace Regulation Department has moved from CAA House in London to Aviation House near Gatwick Airport. If you require to contact the Airspace Regulation Utilisation Department they have moved to a new phone number of 01293 768202. Their email remains AROps@caa.co.uk. SW2019/06

Restriction of Flying Regulations at Edinburgh on 30 December 2018 to 1 January 2019. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M100/2018 at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com.  Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/263  

We have today launched our new Airspace Modernisation Strategy that initiates the major overhaul of a key piece of national infrastructure. The Airspace Modernisation Strategy sets out a new shared objective between the Civil Aviation Authority and the Government for modernising airspace which is to deliver quicker, quieter and cleaner journeys. Find more information on […]

We are currently consulting on our statutory charge proposals for 2019/20. For more information, and to submit comments, see www.consultations.caa.co.uk All comments must be received before the consultation closes on 7 February 2019.

After reviewing evidence from DJI, we are in a place to remove some of the current restrictions if an operator can successfully apply the DJI workaround (and verify this). We do ask that all operators still proceed with caution and immediately return to home or hover if the device doesn’t behave as expected. We continue […]

To enable us to build a drone registration service that meets drone user requirements we are running a consultation on how people currently use drones. To help us with this please fill out our survey at https://sparck.typeform.com/to/mlsBqT We’re also running workshops in London over the next few weeks where we will be looking to gain […]

19 November update – Following the publication of the workaround from DJI to address the issue with TB50 and TB55 batteries, we are working with DJI on non-technical issues to make sure people can fly safely following the change. We will update operators on the status as soon as possible. The current Safety Notice remains […]

Following the publication of the workaround from DJI to address the issue with TB50 and TB55 batteries, we have started our own internal review process at the CAA. We are encouraged by the content from DJI and plan on updating operators early next week on how we will proceed regarding the Safety Notice SN-2018-010.  Read “Update: […]

This alert updates the CAA Safety Notice (SN-2018/010) regarding Small Unmanned Aircraft – DJI Battery TB50 and TB55 in-flight power failures to incorporate DJI mitigations. Read “Update: DJI Battery TB50 and TB55 In-Flight Power Failures” in full. SW2018/233

The fifth edition, amendment 28 September 2018 of CAP 393 The Air Navigation Order 2016 and Regulations has been published. Amendments to the Air Navigation Order are shown as explained in para 1.4 of the foreword.

This alert relates to the CAA Safety Notice (SN-2018/009) which was issued regarding Small Unmanned Aircraft – DJI Battery TB50 and TB55 In-Flight Power Failures. SW2018/223

Restriction of Flying Regulations for ceremonies at Tower of London between 3 and 11 November 2018. Details by NOTAM and in briefing sheet on the NATS website. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/222

This alert (SN-2018/009) relates to the CAA Safety Notice 2018/009 which was issued regarding Small Unmanned Aircraft – DJI Battery TB50 and TB55 In-Flight Power Failures. SW2018/221

Restriction of Flying Regulations at Stokes Bay, Hampshire due to intended mooring of US Aircraft Carrier on the grounds of safety and security between 6 and 10 October 2018. Details by NOTAM. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/207

We have developed a microsite at info.caa.co.uk/euexit to be a central source of information for the aviation and aerospace industries about the actions they would need to take to be prepared for a no deal withdrawal from the EU and no continued mutual recognition.

Restriction of Flying Regulations in Central London for the Aerial Filming 14, 15 and 16 September 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M091/2018. Restrictions ONLY apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/191

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Air Displays at Highclere, Hampshire on 8 and 9 September 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M084/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/190

Restriction of Flying Regulations for a Red Arrows display at Ayr, Ayrshire on 1-2 September 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M071/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/183

Restriction of Flying Regulations for a Red Arrows display at RAF Cranwell on 30 August 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M071/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/182

Restriction of Flying Regulations for the Red Arrows display at Whitby, North Yorkshire, on 12 August 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M071/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. Additional restrictions of different dimensions will apply for displays by the Red Arrows on certain days. SW2018/171

Restriction of Flying Regulations for East Kirkby Air Show, Lincolnshire, on 4 August 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M061/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/164

Restriction of Flying Regulations for a Red Arrows display at East Fortune, East Lothian on 28 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M030/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all Drones. SW2018/163

Operators of small unmanned aircraft (drones) using ‘first person view’ (FPV) equipment should note that the General Exemption which permits this activity has been amended in order to accommodate the changes to the Air Navigation Order 2016 which come into force on Monday 30 July 2018. Details of the new General Exemption, which also takes […]

We have today published our draft Airspace Modernisation Strategy for stakeholder feedback, and webcome comments by Monday 10 September 2018. SW2018/148

We have published guidance on what the Air Navigation (Amendment) Order 2018 will mean for small unmanned aircraft users when new laws come into effect on 30 July 2018. SW2018/146

Restriction of Flying Regulations at Carnoustie for Open Golf Championships between 15 and 23 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M046/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/141

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Duxford Flying Legends, Cambridgeshire, on 14 and 15 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M078/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/140

Restriction of Flying Regulations for RAF 100 Flypast Rehearsals between 3 and 6 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC 043/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/126

Restriction of Flying Regulations for RNAS Yeovilton Air Show on 6 and 7 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M045/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/125

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Farnborough International Air Show 2018 between 9 and 23 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M044/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/124

Temporary Danger Areas for a SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft flight on 11 July 2018. Details by AIC Y073/2018 and NOTAM on the day of flight. SW2018/113

Restriction of Flying Regulations for a Red Arrows display at Llandudno, North Wales on 30 June 2018. Details by NOTAM and at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/111

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships daily from 30 June to 16 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M036/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/110

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Headcorn Battle of Britain Air Show at Lashenden Headcorn Aerodrome on 30 June and 1 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M034/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/109

Restriction of Flying Regulations at Plymouth, Devon on 30 June 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M033/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/108

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Wales National Air Show, Swansea Bay from 29 June to 1 July 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M032/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/106

A series of airspace restrictions will be in place between 3-6 July and 10 July for a flypast commemorating 100 years of the Royal Air Force (RAF). Details by NOTAM and in AICs M043/2018, M049/2018 and M051/2015. Restrictions apply to all airspace users including drones. SW2018/105

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Weston Air Festival, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, on 23 and 24 June 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M017/2018. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/103

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Royal Air Force Cosford Air Show and rehearsals between 7 and 10 June 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M024/2018 at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. Additional restrictions for a Jet Formation Display Team will be communicated separately. SW2018/93

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Red Arrows displays at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk on 16 and 17 June 2018. Details by NOTAM at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/83

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Abingdon Air and Country Show Flying Display at Abingdon Aerodrome, Oxfordshire on 5 and 6 May 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M008/2018 at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/72

UKAB’s April 2018 summary has been published. The ‘UKAB monthly round-up’ includes an assessment of 19 incidents by the Board. SW2018/71

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Royal Wedding at Windsor Castle on 19 and 20 May 2018. Details by NOTAM and in AIC M021/2018 at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/70

Restriction of Flying Regulations at Isle of Islay on 4 May 2018. Details by NOTAM and in a briefing sheet at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all drones. SW2018/68

UKAB’s March 2018 summary focuses on downwind, with the example of the C152 and C172 which came into conflict at Cumbernauld. The ‘UKAB monthly round-up’ includes an assessment of 21 incidents by the Board. SW2018/056

Restriction of Flying Regulations for Red Arrows display at RAF Linton-on-Ouse, North Yorkshire on either 27, or 28 March 2018. Details by NOTAM can be found at http://www.nats-uk.ead-it.com. Restrictions also apply to the operation of all Drones. SW2018/052

The revised CAA Schemes of Charges, effective as from 1 April 2018, are now available. We asked for comments on the charge proposals. We are grateful for the submissions received and have published our response (CAP 1626). SW2018/046

This notification updates the information sent on 12 March 2018 as SW2018/038. The CAA has been in dialogue with the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regarding open access to all users wishing to acquire aeronautical information relating to government aerodromes. Resulting from these discussions the MAA has now made available for download, free of charge, the […]

The CAA has been in dialogue with the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regarding open access to all users wishing to acquire aeronautical information relating to government aerodromes. Resulting from these discussions the MAA has now made available for download, free of charge, the latest version of the UK Military Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). This can […]

UKAB’s February 2018 summary focuses largely on Airprox incidents resulting from sub-optimal airmanship. ‘Airprox of the Month’ relates to an incident at Compton Abbas where two C42 Ikarus aircraft were both joining for a right-hand circuit on runway 26. SW2018/024