All remotes pilots required t be trained according to EASA standards?
\n Yes, in general, you need to have training that is proportionate to the category of drone you are going to operate.
\nTraining is not required only if you are using very light drones:
\n1.\tif the drone bears a CE class mark 0, you only must be familiar with the manufacturer\u2019s instructions; or
\n2.\tb. with privately built drones with a weight less than 250g, you are not required to undergo any training.
\nHowever, all other remote pilots must undergo the required training.<\/p>\n
This means that, in the \u2018open\u2019 category, all remote pilots flying in subcategories A1, A2 and A3 are required to:
\n1.\tbe familiar with the manufacturer\u2019s manual.
\n2.\tcomplete an online training course provided by the National Aviation Authority (please consult their website); and
\n3.\tsuccessfully complete an online theoretical knowledge examination (provided at the end of the online training) before they can fly the drone.<\/p>\n
The test consists of 40 multiple choice questions testing your knowledge as a pilot.<\/p>\n
Once completed will issue a certificate of completion of the online training. It enables you to fly in the in A1 and A3 subcategories.<\/p>\n
However, if you intend to operate in A2 subcategory, you must in addition to the above:
\n1.\tComplete and declare the completion of self-practical training in order to familiarize yourself with the drone and ensure you reach a good level of control. This must be conducted in an area where you do not pose a risk to other people; and
\n2.\tUndergo an additional theoretical knowledge examination that will be provided in a facility identified by the Greek l Aviation Authority;
\nThe test consists of 30 multiple choice questions testing the pilot\u2019s knowledge on mitigation of ground risks, meteorology and the drone\u2019s flight performance<\/p>\n
On completion, the Greek Aviation Authority issues a \u2018certificate of remote pilot competency\u2019. With this certificate, you can fly in the A2 subcategory.
\nRegulatory reference: UAS.OPEN.030 Annex Part A of EU regulation 2019\/947.<\/p>\n
What are the responsibilities of Drone operator in Open category?
\nAs a drone operator flying in the \u2019open\u2019 category, you must:
\n\u2022\tensure that the drone displays the drone operator registration number (e.g. with a sticker) and the same number is uploaded into the remote identification;
\n\u2022\tdevelop operational procedures (written procedures are required when the drone operator employs more than one remote pilot, otherwise it is enough that the remote pilot follows the procedures defined by the manufacturer in the user\u2019s manual);
\n\u2022\tensure that there is no radio interference that may affect the command and control link of the drone;
\n\u2022\tdesignate a remote pilot for each operation; it is important that it is clear who is the person responsible for each flight;
\n\u2022\tensure that the remote pilot and the personnel supporting the operation of the drone are familiar with the user\u2019s manual and with the drone operator\u2019s procedures, have appropriate competency, and are provided with the relevant information concerning any geographical zones published by the MS;
\n\u2022\tensure that the maps in the geo-awareness system of the drone are up to date, unless you are flying in a geographical zone where geo-awareness is not required;
\n\u2022\tensure that, unless you are using a privately built drone, it has a declaration in conformity to the CE class mark and its class label (0 to 4) is affixed to the aircraft; and
\n\u2022\tensure that the persons involved in the operation of the drone is aware of the risks involved in operations under subcategories A2 and A3.<\/p>\n
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\nAs a remote pilot you must:
\nBefore the flight:
\n\u2022\tcomplete the training and examination required for the type of operation you will be involved in;
\n\u2022\thave relevant up-to-date information about any geographical zones published by the National Aviation Authority;
\n\u2022\tcheck for obstacles and the presence of people not involved in the operation of the drone (unless operating in the A1 subcategory with a privately built drone or a drone with a CE class 0 mark;
\n\u2022\tcheck that the drone is fit for flight and the operation it will undertake;
\n\u2022\tcheck that the remote control works properly (if applicable); and
\n\u2022\tensure that the weight of the drone is within the limit of the category or subcategory of the intended operation.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\tnot operate the drone when you are unfit either due to the consumption of psychoactive\/ hallucinogenic substances or alcohol, or unfit due to sickness;
\n\u2022\tkeep the drone at a distance such that you can clearly see it; you may use a UA observer to scan the airspace when you want to fly in first person view. UA observers must be located alongside you such that they can immediately communicate in case they see an obstacle and give you instructions such as to immediately land the drone.
\n\u2022\tif you or the UA observer see a manned aircraft, give way to it, and make sure you are far away from it. If you have any doubt about the operation, you should land the drone immediately.
\n\u2022\tcomply with the limitation of the geographical zones;
\n\u2022\toperate the drone according to the manufacturer\u2019s user manual;
\n\u2022\tcomply with the operator\u2019s procedure; and
\n\u2022\tdo not operate where an emergency response service is ongoing (e.g. in the case of an accident, keep away from that location since an emergency helicopter may be required to be used);
\nRegulatory reference: UAS.OPEN.060 under Annex part A EU regulation 2019\/947.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n– The Regulation allows you to fly without keeping direct eye contact with the drone, provided you have a person next to you, a UA observer, keeping direct visual contact with the drone, scanning the airspace to make sure that you do not endanger other parties (e.g. aircraft or buildings or persons). The UA observer must be located alongside you so they can immediately communicate with you in case they see an obstacle, and give you instructions, such as to immediately land the drone.<\/p>\n
\n– All drone operations conducted in the EASA Member States must comply with the Drone Regulation, no matter what the nationality of the operator or remote pilot is. Therefore, as a non-EU resident, you are also required to register with the National Aviation Authority of the first EU country where you intend to operate. You will then be issued with a \u2018drone operator registration number\u2019 that needs to be displayed with a sticker on all the drones you own. You must also upload it into the \u2018remote identification system\u2019 of your drone(s). Once registered in the host country, the drone operator\u2019s
\nregistration will be valid across Europe and the operator will be required to follow all the provisions of the Drone Regulation.<\/p>\n
\n -Given that there is not yet any mutual recognition established between EASA and other countries, in the domain of drones, the training or qualification obtained in your country of residence will not be accepted in the EU. Therefore, you will have to undergo the required training before you can fly your drone. In the meantime, other nations may develop regulations that may be considered by the EU commission as equivalent to those in Europe. Information on future recognition will be published on the EU Commission website as soon as it is finalized.<\/p>\n
\n – You can operate your services whether commercial or not, under the ‘open’ category, if you meet all the requirements defined for the ‘open’ category.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"