GVC UK CAA Specific Category Regulations

Question 1

Under UK CAA regulations, what is the maximum take-off mass (MTOM) for a UAS operating in the Specific category without requiring an Operational Authorisation?

Accepted Answer

There is no exemption; all Specific category operations require an Operational Authorisation

Answer

25 kg

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20 kg

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150 kg

Question 2

What does the GVC qualification enable a remote pilot to do under UK drone regulations?

Accepted Answer

Fly in the Specific category under PDRA01 and applicable standard scenarios

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Fly any drone up to 25 kg in any airspace

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Operate commercially in the Open category only

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Fly beyond visual line of sight without restrictions

Question 3

Which of the following is a requirement for obtaining a UK CAA Flyer ID?

Accepted Answer

Passing the CAA online theory test

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Completing a recognised assessment centre course

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Holding a valid pilot's licence

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Having at least 50 hours of logged flight time

Question 4

Under UK regulations, what is the minimum age requirement to register as a drone operator with the CAA?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

14 years old

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16 years old

Answer

There is no minimum age for operators

Question 5

Which document must a UAS operator hold before conducting operations in the Specific category in the UK?

Accepted Answer

An Operator ID and a valid Operational Authorisation or PDRA declaration

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A Flyer ID only

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A Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

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A certificate from a local authority

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of the UK CAA's 'Specific' category for UAS operations?

Accepted Answer

To cover operations that pose a greater risk than the Open category and require a risk assessment

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To allow recreational flights under 250 g without restrictions

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To authorise flights above FL600

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To regulate military drone operations