CloudVisual CAA Licence for Commercial Drone Operations
Operational Authorisation
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View Our CertificateTo legally operate drones for commercial purposes in UK airspace, pilots must hold an Operational Authorisation (formerly PFCO) or a General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC). Additionally, commercial operators must obtain the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC) to comply with updated drone weight class regulations.
These authorisations, issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), define what drone flights each operator can legally conduct, in accordance with their approved Operations Manual.
When hiring a drone operator, it is essential to verify their CAA registration and licensing. This isn’t just paperwork, it confirms that the pilot has passed rigorous written and practical exams (RPQ-s or BNUCs) and operates under a CAA-approved manual detailing their legal flight limits.
Using an unlicensed operator can compromise safety and put your production at risk. CloudVisual guarantees fully legal, insured, and CAA-certified drone operations, delivering safe and professional aerial services to the highest industry standards.