Regulatory Moves Against Drones – Australia Introduces New BVLOS Inspections
DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian McNabb
Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has introduced a new test that allows remote pilots to operate BVLOS in uncontrolled airspace. This 40-question multiple-choice exam covers BVLOS flight, aeronautics, instrumentation, and human factors content and can be taken in place of the previously required instrument evaluation exam. Australia, the first country to enact drone-specific legislation in 2002, has issued a Remote Pilot Certificate for companies wishing to operate drones commercially and a Remote Pilot Certificate for drone operators themselves. It operates a comprehensive licensing program for drone operators, including both licenses. However, BVLOS operation is hampered by the IREX requirements established by 101.400(b). This new exam has a narrower scope, allowing more remote his pilot his licensees to perform BVLOS operations without the expertise required for IREX certification.
The move was made by Australian drone industry stakeholders to bring UAVs to the unique Australian market, characterized by diverse operating environments and with significant growth potential as mining, agricultural and industrial companies begin to deploy them. It has been hailed as an important step towards a centralized regulatory structure. Incorporate UAV technology into operations. as CEO Philipp van der Burg CarbonicsA major Australian drone manufacturer said in a statement: “Until now, the only way to enable BVLOS operations was for an IREX-certified pilot to operate the UAS or supervise a remote pilot. The road to passing the exam is long and arduous, with weeks, if not months of studying complex civil manned air procedures before passing an exam that has little to do with BVLOS operations. He highlighted the introduction of the new test as an example of CASA’s increased ability to adapt to changing needs in the UAV space, an area of growing interest to aviation regulators around the world.
While the new test should make it easier for telepilots to certify and license BVLOS cameras, Australian companies interested in operating BVLOS cameras will still need CASA approval to operate in certain areas. must receive here.
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