International Airport Review
Gabriel Higgins
25 March 2025
The UK Civil Aviation Authority will ensure compliance with new drone standards, enhancing safety and supporting sector growth from January 2026, a role announced on 17 March 2024 by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. This move aims to enhance safety and promote growth in the drone sector.
From 1 January 2026, drones in the Open Category – which includes low-risk flights and recreational use – will need to meet new product standards under the Class Marking framework. This is part of a broader effort to improve safety and security. The CAA, as the MSA, will ensure compliance with these standards among manufacturers, importers, and distributors, intervening when necessary. This will provide consumers with more confidence in the safety of the drones they purchase.
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