CAA trials BVLOS drones, including for Amazon deliveries
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has announced drone trials, investigating beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) functionality. Projects selected include the National Police Air Service, inspection initiatives Airspection and NATS, and more. Amazon Air Prime consumer drone deliveries are also included.
According to a statement issued by the authority, BVLOS flights will be carried out at “distances beyond the flyer’s ability to see the drone.” The drones in question will use “advanced technologies for navigation, control and to detect other aircraft.”
The statement continues: “The trials will gather key safety data, such as how drones detect and avoid other aircraft, the electronic signals they can send to be able to be visible to other airspace users and air traffic control.
“This will support the regulator’s ongoing development of policy and regulations so that drone flights can be fully integrated with other airspace users.”
CAA director of future of flight, Sophie O’Sullivan, said: “These innovative trials mark a significant step forward in integrating drones safely into UK airspace. By supporting projects ranging from consumer deliveries to critical infrastructure inspections, we are gathering essential data to shape future policies and regulations.
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