Operators of SUA’s are currently split on the subject of COVID-19 in a way that I didn’t think I would see again after the Brexit debate! To work or not to work – that is the question. Proponents of the stay at home no matter what point to the words “essential” and “absolutely…
Originally posted 3rd April 2020 Updated 13th April 2020 Updated 5th June 2020 Update 5th June 2020 Today sees the announcement of a further delay predicted in this blog. The EU UAS Implementing Regulation has now been officially pushed back to the 31st December 2020. That’s the same day that the UK Government has…
A first-hand look at the CAA’s PfCO Audit Process When the CAA invited Eyeup Aerial Solutions to road-test their latest process, I have to say I was flattered. After all, this reflects a high level of trust in what is only a small, part-time operation typical of many others. However, when I found out that…
Except, with the right procedures and permissions, drones can be flown safely and legally near and even within airports. The media and some politicians would have you believe the opposite is true and this can be very damaging to drone operators. Not only that…it actually increases the overall risk of harm as surveys and…