FLY SMART, FLY SAFE
The UK government has announced a landmark overhaul of national airspace infrastructure – the most significant redesign since the 1950s. While the primary focus is on improving the efficiency of commercial aviation and reducing delays, this initiative carries substantial implications for the future of uncrewed systems.
Central to the reform is the creation of the UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS), a new body tasked with reshaping airspace.
The Law Commission is pleased to invite you to an upcoming event to discuss their second consultation paper on aviation autonomy. Attend this in-person event to hear about, and provide your views on, the Law Commission’s proposals for reform. Date: 12 June 2025 Time: 9:00 – 11:00 AM Location: CAA Headquarters, Gatwick This event is open to anyone with an interest…
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has introduced CAP722L, a new policy document providing essential guidance for UAS operators in the Specific Category who intend to modify their operations. Released on 15 May 2025, this policy helps operators determine whether a proposed change constitutes a “significant change” under UAS.SPEC.030(2) of Assimilated Regulation (EU) 2019/947, thereby…
15 May 2025 – The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) published on 8 May 2025 CAP3105, setting out its recommendations to the Department for Transport (DfT) following the 2023 consultation on the UK UAS Regulation Review (CAP2610). These recommendations are significant as they clarify the regulatory framework for the Open Category once the transition period ends…
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched the Airspace Modernisation: Ground Infrastructure Survey to gather industry insights on enhancing ground-based surveillance and communication systems. This initiative aims to support the safe integration of uncrewed aircraft operations, particularly Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), into the UK’s airspace. Key Focus Areas: Participation Benefits: The CAA…
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has published CAP3105, “Review of UK Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations: Consultation Reply Document.” This document outlines the CAA’s final policy recommendations following a comprehensive review of the UK’s UAS regulations, initiated in 2023 and sponsored by the Department for Transport (DfT). Key Objectives The review aimed to: Consultation…
The Law Commission’s second consultation paper on aviation autonomy has been published today (April 16), focussing on air traffic management and air navigation services (“ATM/ANS”) for uncrewed aircraft. In their first consultation paper on aviation autonomy published last year, the Law Commission looked at the law relating to drones and vertical take-off and landing aircraft…
As part of the Specific Operation Risk Assessment (SORA) framework for Remote Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) operations in the specific category, the Civil Aviation Authority have considered the Cyber Safety Extension which was published as part of JARUS SORA 2.5 and produced this guidance for operators. Read more: 16 April 2025
