What is the difference between PDRA01 and UK SORA?
PDRA01 and UK SORA are two main pathways in the UK Specific Category.
PDRA01 is a predefined risk assessment used for standard drone operations that meet specific limits, such as VLOS flights and minimum distances from people.
UK SORA is a custom risk assessment framework used for more complex or higher-risk operations that fall outside PDRA01 conditions.
Related Questions
Can PDRA01 be used for BVLOS operations?
No. PDRA01 only supports VLOS operations. Missions that require BLOVS operations typically require a UK SORA risk assessment.
What regulations apply to drone-in-a-box operations in the UK?
Drone-in-a-box BVLOS operations in the UK usually require operational authorisation and a risk assessment such as the UK SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment).
What did the three OSC volumes cover, and what is needed now?