Do I need an OSC for drone spraying in the UK?
An OSC is required to conduct drone spraying/spreading. It is also required for operators flying the larger DJI Agras drones, such as the T50, T40, T30, and T25, due to their weight. heliguy™ provides an in-house OSC consultancy to help candidates prepare for the submission to the UK CAA. Candidates are required to have a valid Operational Authorisation (from GVC) before they can apply for an OSC. Separate costs for the OSC process apply.
UPDATE - APRIL 2025: Please note that the Operating Safety Case methodology has now been replaced by UK SORA. To find out more, click here.
Related Questions
How old do I have to be to get a UK drone licence?
Age limits for a UK drone licence depend on the licence you want/need.
Which DJI drones can I fly without a licence?
From the start of 2026, it's fair to say that a drone licence will be required for all DJI drones, in regards to the Flyer ID.
Is my UK drone licence valid in Europe?
No. Following Brexit, drone pilots typically need new drone licences to fly in an EU Member State (ie EU or EASA Associate Member State).