Light UAS 20 - 150 Kg
EuroUSC™ is the UK CAA Approved Organisation (DAI/9932/09) for assessing the ‘Airworthiness’ of Light Unmanned Aircraft Systems of 150Kg and below. The Light UAS Scheme™ (LUASS™) covers the Design, Construction (including functionality of embedded FCS software), Airworthiness, Operation, Pilot/Crew Qualifications and Exemption or Permission to Operate. In 2004 EuroUSC™ obtained the first approval in the UK for a light UAS to operate from a Civil Airport.
For aircraft between 20Kg and 150Kg Article 166 of the UK Air Navigation Order (CAP 393) applies. The greater mass of the aircraft also brings with it airworthiness requirements. A design and construction certificate is required as well as greater emphasis on Crew/Pilot qualification.
Operator Requirements Summary:
Airworthiness: Design and Construction Certificate
Pilot qualifications: Basic National UAS Certificate (BNUC™)