EU-UK rules aim to integrate drones into airspace

Significance

The regulatory framework has been clarified and simplified, particularly for hobbyist and light commercial operators, and it sets the scene for how the UK government intends to increase accountability and airspace safety through further regulation.

Impacts

• Hobbyists will oppose these new changes as they will increase the operating cost and administrative burden of using a drone.
• Commercial drone users will benefit from new regulations as safety is critical for building public trust.
• Safer operations will help increase the use of drones for transport and delivery.