UK CAA Drone Rule Changes Explained: Class Marks and Remote ID Requirements

New UK Drone Rules Are Coming: What Class Marks and Remote ID Mean for Pilots

New UK CAA Drone Rules Explained: Class Marks and Remote ID The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is introducing significant changes to how drones and model aircraft are classified and identified. From January 2026 onwards, new requirements around UK Class Marks and Remote ID will affect most drone operators, from recreational flyers to commercial users. […]

CAA Issues FPV UK with 2026 Article 16 Operational Authorisation

CAA Issues FPV UK with 2026 Article 16 Operational Authorisation

FPV UK is proud to announce that the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued it with a new Article 16 Operational Authorisation for 2026. The Article 16 Operational Authorisation was first introduced when the UK drone regulations changed on 31 December 2020, transitioning from the previous Air Navigation Order framework to the UAS Implementing […]

Get to Know the DJI Mini 5 Pro

The DJI Mini 5 Pro is a Pocket-Sized Powerhouse for Aerial Creators!

If you’re into drones, you’ve probably heard the buzz — but did you know the new DJI Mini 5 Pro brings flagship performance to a mini drone that fits in the palm of your hand? Whether you’re capturing dramatic city skylines or scenic countryside, this lightweight yet powerful drone is changing the way creators shoot […]

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 London Store

DJI | Hasselblad London Store Grand Opening

We are excited to be going tomorrow to the Grand Opening of the DJI | Hasselblad London Store and to expand our partnership with their amazing team. Every drone purchased comes with 3 months FPV UK Membership*! Now that’s a fab combination 💥 👊 For more information on the London Store Grand Opening please see: […]

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 […]

CAA Consultation on UAS (Drone) Regulations

CAA urges drone users to respond to significant consultation on proposals

Following the CAA Call For Input the UK CAA has now published its consultation on its proposals to change UK UAS regulations. This includes mandating Remote ID – a highly controversial move. The consultation will run for 8 weeks, until 10th January 2024. Read and respond to the consultation here: Drone users urged to respond to significant […]

CAA Call For Input: Review of UK UAS Regulations

CAA Call For Input: Review of UK UAS Regulations

If you have ever wanted a chance to get involved in influencing future UK drone regulations, then this is it!  On 9th August 2023, as part of its review of UK UAS Regulations, the CAA announced a ‘Call For Input’.   To quote the CAA directly: This Call for Input seeks views from UAS stakeholders […]

Drone registration price increase from £10 to £10.33 from 3rd April 2023

On 3rd April 2023, drone hobbyists in the UK will see an increase in the charge for drone registration. The annual fee will increase from £10 to £10.33, an uptick of 3.3%. However, this is a marked reduction from the originally proposed increase of 20%, which would have taken the annual price to £12. As […]