GVC UK Drone Legislation & CAA Regulations

Question 1

The GVC (General VLOS Certificate) qualifies a drone pilot to operate in which category of UK drone operations?

Accepted Answer

The specific category, using a standard scenario or PDRA

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The open category subcategory A2 only

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The certified category for large commercial drones

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Any category without further authorisation

Question 2

Which document sets out the standard scenario conditions under which a GVC holder may operate in the specific category?

Accepted Answer

A Pre-Defined Risk Assessment (PDRA) or CAA-published standard scenario

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The Air Navigation Order alone

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The operator's own self-declared safety case

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A letter of approval from the local authority

Question 3

What is the SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) methodology used for?

Accepted Answer

To assess and quantify the risk of a specific drone operation, forming the basis for an Operational Authorisation application

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To register drones over 25 kg with the CAA

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To calculate insurance premium levels for commercial operators

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To determine drone pilot medical fitness standards

Question 4

What is the role of a UK National Qualified Entity (NQE) in the context of GVC training?

Accepted Answer

NQEs are CAA-approved organisations that deliver GVC training, conduct assessments, and issue the qualification

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NQEs are government bodies that register commercial drone operators

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NQEs insure drone operators for commercial operations

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NQEs issue Operational Authorisations on behalf of the CAA

Question 5

How long is a GVC valid before it must be renewed?

Accepted Answer

5 years, after which a revalidation assessment is required

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1 year, requiring annual renewal

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Indefinitely, once issued

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3 years, with a written exam required for renewal

Question 6

Under what circumstances must a GVC holder obtain a separate Operational Authorisation (OA) from the CAA?

Accepted Answer

When the intended operation cannot be conducted under an existing PDRA or standard scenario

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For every commercial flight, regardless of whether a PDRA applies

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Only when flying drones over 25 kg

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When flying in Class G airspace during daylight hours