UAS

The past year has seen a very active involvement of ECA’s experts into EASA workstreams related to UAS, as well as EASA Opinion 03-2023 published at the end of August. We continue to be an influential voice when it comes to Unmanned Aircraft Technology/ UAS.

Of particular relevance to us is the impact on eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing aircraft) regulatory proposals, which shape a framework for type ratings for eVTOL for commercial airplane and helicopter pilots. Our longstanding collaboration with EASA on these proposals has spanned several years, although certain aspects remain subject to debate. These proposals are expected to serve as the initial regulatory framework for certified operation of eVTOL under EASA.

Countering drones