FPV UK gets new Article 16 OA

CAA issues 7th Article 16 Operational Authorisation

  The CAA has today issued FPV UK with its seventh Article 16 Operational Authorisation for drone and model aircraft flying. There are no significant changes to report – this is a continuation of the Article 16 provisions for our members. This means our members can continue to fly their drones and model aircraft with […]

DJI | Hasselblad Flagship Store and FPV UK form dream partnership

DJI | Hasselblad Flagship Store and FPV UK form dream partnership to give drone customers the ultimate package

This partnership will give customers DJI | Hasselblad’s world-renowned technology, excellent service – in store and online – along with the benefits of public liability insurance, comprehensive support, exclusive flight authorisation and the community of FPV UK membership. Partnership offers                                […]

Recreational & commercial ops are
cleared for take off

Enjoy new features and freedoms with your membership including Commercial Insurance (EC) 785/2004

FPV UK is delighted to bring you a drone load of new features and flying freedoms including commercial insurance (EC) 785/2004 Commercial operations insurance – (EC) 785/2004 Been asked to photograph your local golf course? Does your mate want their roof inspected? Has a friend of a friend requested an aerial house photo for their […]

20% Discount at AIRDATA

For 2024 we are delighted to announce a new discount partnership with AIRDATA to help you track, analyse and record your drone flying antics! As a valued FPV UK member you will receive an exclusive 20% discount off AIRDATA HD360 Plans. Not already an FPV UK member? Then why not check out some of the […]

FPV UK gets new Article 16 OA

CAA issues 6th 12 month Article 16 Operational Authorisation

The CAA has today issued FPV UK with its sixth Article 16 Operational Authorisation for drone and model aircraft flying. This version is valid from today 19/12/2023, until the end of next year – 31/12/2024. There are no significant changes to report – this is a continuation of the Article 16 provisions for our members. […]

FPV UK CAP2610 UAS Regulations Consultation Reponse

FPV UK CAP2610 UAS Regulations Consultation Reponse Document

FPV UK has now released its response to the CAA UAS Regulation CAP2610: Consultation: Review of UK Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations. The response includes the CAA’s pre-amble/proposal and then its question, followed by FPV UK’s response in blue. Please read the the document and reply to the CAA with your thoughts on the CAA […]

Drone photography/layout/writing help wanted!

Do you have photos/articles/layout skills to help with a new welcome guide for new members?

We have an idea to put together an easy to digest, magazine style ‘Welcome Guide’ for new FPV UK members. Who are very often new drone pilots too. This will be consistent with the FPV UK handbook, but much more ‘glossy’ and attractive to read for a newbie. We’d like to include details about registering […]

FPV UK issued with new Article 16 Operational Authorisation for drone and model aircraft flying

Members can continue flying with the extra Article 16 freedoms

The CAA has today issued FPV UK with its fifth Article 16 Operational Authorisation for drone and model aircraft flying. This version is valid from today 22/12/2022, until the end of next year – 31/12/2023. There are no significant changes to report – this is a continuation of the Article 16 provisions for our members. […]

Moonrock accidental damage, fly-away, and theft insurance for FPV UK members

As an FPV UK member, you can fly safe in the knowledge that you are covered by our £5m drone insurance. You’re covered in case your drone damages someone else’s property or injures someone. But what about insurance for the drone itself in case you were to accidentally damage it, or in case you experienced […]

DJI Granted World’s First C1 Drone Certificate

DJI has been granted the world’s first C1 drone certificate for it’s Mavic 3 Series. This represents quite big news in the drone world. Until now it looked like the end of 2022 would see the transitional period deadline pass without a single C-marked drone hitting the market. In fact, following a public consultation, the […]