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FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
FAQ: Commercial Drone Operations in the UK

Commercial Drone Operations UK 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

FAQ: Commercial Drone Operations in the UK Regulatory Framework: UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Drone pilots across all experience level...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions: Operational Authorisation (OpAuth)

Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions: Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) is a critical element for drone pilots who w...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jan 03, 2026
Understanding Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) for Drone Pilots

Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Understanding Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) for Drone Pilots Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) is a critical aspect of drone operation...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
FAQ: Article 16 Authorisations for Drone Pilots

Article 16 Authorisations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

FAQ: Article 16 Authorisations for Drone Pilots Article 16 Authorisations are a vital framework for drone pilots operating in the UK under p...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jan 03, 2026
Article 16 Authorisations Explained: Comprehensive Guidance for FPV UK Members

Article 16 Authorisations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Article 16 Authorisations Explained: Comprehensive Guidance for FPV UK Members Introduction: Navigating Article 16 Authorisations Imagin...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
Quiz
Jan 03, 2026
CAA Open Category Operations Knowledge Quiz

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Interactive Quiz: CAA Open Category Operations Knowledge Quiz This quiz contains 15 multiple-choice questions about CAA Open Category Operation...
15 questions CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions: CAA Open Category Operations

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions: CAA Open Category Operations Target Audience: New Drone Pilots (Beginners) 1. Do I need a license to fly a...
7 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jan 03, 2026
Flying Drones in the CAA Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for Pilots

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Flying Drones in the CAA Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for Pilots Welcome to 120mAGL. com, your trusted source for clear, actionable...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
Commercial vs Recreational Drone Use

Commercial vs Recreational Drone Use 🇺🇸 United States

What is the difference between commercial and recreational drone use under FAA regulations?
6 min FAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
Quiz
Jan 03, 2026
FAA Operations Over People Quiz

Operations Over People (Category 1-4) 🇺🇸 United States

Interactive Quiz: FAA Operations Over People Quiz This quiz contains 15 multiple-choice questions about Operations Over People (Category 1-4)....
15 questions FAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
FAQ: Operations Over People (Category 1-4) Under FAA Regulations

Operations Over People (Category 1-4) 🇺🇸 United States

FAQ: Operations Over People (Category 1-4) Under FAA Regulations The following Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are designed to provide UAS...
6 min FAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jan 03, 2026
Operations Over People: A Comprehensive Guide for Drone Pilots (FAA Category 1-4)

Operations Over People (Category 1-4) 🇺🇸 United States

Operations Over People: A Comprehensive Guide for Drone Pilots (FAA Category 1-4) Flying drones over people is a complex and regulated activit...
7 min FAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
UK Geographic Zones and Restrictions: Comprehensive FAQ

UK Geographic Zones and Restrictions 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

UK Geographic Zones and Restrictions: Comprehensive FAQ Target Audience: New drone pilots, experienced pilots, professional operators, and a...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Operational Authorisation (OpAuth)

Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) Operational Authorisation (OpAuth) is a critical component of drone reg...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
Quiz
Jan 03, 2026
CAA Open Category Operations Quiz

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Interactive Quiz: CAA Open Category Operations Quiz This quiz contains 10 multiple-choice questions about CAA Open Category Operations. Difficu...
10 questions CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jan 03, 2026
FAQ: CAA Open Category Operations

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

FAQ: CAA Open Category Operations This FAQ is tailored for drone pilots operating in the UK under the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulati...
6 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jan 03, 2026
Flying in the CAA Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for Drone Pilots

CAA Open Category Operations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Flying in the CAA Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for Drone Pilots Introduction: Navigating the CAA Open Category Are you a drone pilot...
7 min CAA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Dec 22, 2025
EASA ED Decision 2025/018/R Issue 1 Amendment 3 – Practical Guide

Regulations Updates 🇪🇺 EU-wide

5 Explained for Drone Pilots – Practical Guide Your Complete Handbook for Safe and Compliant UAS Operations in the Specific Category ---...
5 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
Quiz
Nov 23, 2025
Mission Planning in A2 Category Operations

A2: Pianificazione Missione Complessa 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Interactive Quiz: Mission Planning in A2 Category Operations This quiz contains 15 multiple-choice questions about A2: Pianificazione Missione...
15 questions EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
Quiz
Nov 23, 2025
Operational Limitations in the Open Category: A1-A3

A1-A3: Limitazioni Operative Categoria Aperta 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Interactive Quiz: Operational Limitations in the Open Category: A1-A3 This quiz contains 15 multiple-choice questions about A1-A3: Limitazioni...
15 questions EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Oct 27, 2025
UAS Open Category FAQ

UAS Open Category 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Open Category FAQ 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the Open Category? Yes, you do not need a specific pilot license to operate a...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Oct 19, 2025
FAQ: Drone Registration Requirements in Europe

Drone Registration Requirements 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ: Drone Registration Requirements in Europe 1. Do I need to register my drone in Europe? Yes, if your drone weighs more than 250 grams or...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
Oct 14, 2025
How to Be THAT Pilot: A Guide to Flying Like a Cautionary Tale

Drone Liability Insurance Italy 🇮🇹 Italy

How to Be THAT Pilot: A Guide to Flying Like a Cautionary Tale We’ve all seen them—the pilots whose drone escapades end up plastered across Yo...
6 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Oct 12, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about UAS Open Category

UAS Open Category 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about UAS Open Category --- 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the Open Category? Direct Answer: No,...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
DontDoGuide
Sep 26, 2025
The "What NOT to Do" Guide for Drone Pilots: Learn Through Laughs (and Maybe Cringing)

Open Category Italy 🇮🇹 Italy

The "What NOT to Do" Guide for Drone Pilots: Learn Through Laughs (and Maybe Cringing) Welcome to the club, my fellow drone enthusiasts! Whe...
6 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Sep 24, 2025
UAS Privacy and Data Protection: FAQ for Drone Pilots

UAS Privacy and Data Protection 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Privacy and Data Protection: FAQ for Drone Pilots 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in urban areas? Yes, in most cases, you will need...
6 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
BlogPost
Sep 15, 2025
Portale D-Flight: La Guida Completa per Piloti di Droni in Italia

D-Flight Portal 🇮🇹 Italy

Portale D-Flight: La Guida Completa per Piloti di Droni in Italia Scopri tutto ciò che c'è da sapere sul Portale D-Flight, la piattaforma uf...
5 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
Sep 11, 2025
So You Want to Be THAT Pilot? A Hilarious Guide to What NOT to Do

Specific Category Italy 🇮🇹 Italy

So You Want to Be THAT Pilot? A Hilarious Guide to What NOT to Do Welcome, fellow drone enthusiasts! Whether you’re flying for fun, capturin...
7 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Sep 11, 2025
UAS Safety Guidelines FAQ for European Drone Pilots

UAS Safety Guidelines 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Safety Guidelines FAQ for European Drone Pilots 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to complete a...
7 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Aug 31, 2025
UAS Pilot Certification FAQ

UAS Pilot Certification 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Pilot Certification FAQ 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to complete a training course and pas...
6 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Aug 30, 2025
FAQ: UAS Privacy and Data Protection

UAS Privacy and Data Protection 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ: UAS Privacy and Data Protection 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in residential areas? Yes, if your drone exceeds 250 grams or is e...
6 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
Quiz
Aug 23, 2025
UAS Open Category Knowledge Quiz

UAS Open Category 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Interactive Quiz: UAS Open Category Knowledge Quiz This quiz contains 12 multiple-choice questions about UAS Open Category. Difficulty: Interme...
12 questions EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Aug 19, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial UAS Operations

Commercial UAS Operations 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial UAS Operations 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone commercially in Europe? Yes, you need a Remo...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Aug 14, 2025
UAS Safety Guidelines FAQ

UAS Safety Guidelines 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Safety Guidelines FAQ 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to register as a drone operator if your...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jul 24, 2025
FAQ: Future Trends in UAS Technology

Future Trends in UAS Technology 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ: Future Trends in UAS Technology 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to register as a drone opera...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
DontDoGuide
Jul 19, 2025
So You Want to Be THAT Pilot...

Drone QR Code 🇮🇹 Italy

So You Want to Be THAT Pilot. Let me guess: you bought your shiny new drone, watched a couple of YouTube tutorials, and now you’re ready to con...
6 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jul 17, 2025
FAQ: Specific Category in Italy

Specific Category Italy 🇮🇹 Italy

FAQ: Specific Category in Italy Introduction This FAQ section addresses common questions regarding the Specific Category of drone operations...
12 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Jul 09, 2025
FAQ: UAS Maintenance and Inspection

UAS Maintenance and Inspection 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ: UAS Maintenance and Inspection 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, to operate a drone in the 'open' categ...
6 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
Jun 14, 2025
"So You Want to Be THAT Pilot? A Guide to Epic Drone Fails (and How to Avoid Them)"

ENAC Registration Renewal 🇮🇹 Italy

"So You Want to Be THAT Pilot? A Guide to Epic Drone Fails (and How to Avoid Them)" Ah, drone pilots. We’re an ambitious bunch. We all want to...
6 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
DontDoGuide
Jun 11, 2025
So You Want to Make the Evening News? A Hilarious Guide to What *Not* to Do with Your Drone

Drones in National Parks 🇮🇹 Italy

So You Want to Make the Evening News? A Hilarious Guide to What Not to Do with Your Drone Hello there, fellow drone enthusiast! You’ve got...
6 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Jun 11, 2025
Drone Registration Requirements FAQ

Drone Registration Requirements 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Drone Registration Requirements FAQ 1. Do I need to register my drone in Europe? Yes, if your drone weighs more than 250 grams or is equipped...
4 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Jun 07, 2025
ENAC Portale D-Flight: La Guida Completa per i Piloti di Droni in Italia

D-Flight Portal 🇮🇹 Italy

ENAC Portale D-Flight: La Guida Completa per i Piloti di Droni in Italia Introduzione Il settore dei droni è in continua evoluzione, e co...
6 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
May 30, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Training Programs

UAS Training Programs 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Training Programs 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, to operate a drone...
6 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
May 21, 2025
How to Become a Drone Pilot Cautionary Tale: A Guide to What *NOT* to Do

Italian Airspace Usage Criteria 🇮🇹 Italy

How to Become a Drone Pilot Cautionary Tale: A Guide to What NOT to Do Welcome, fellow drone enthusiasts! Ever dreamt of being that guy—...
6 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
May 18, 2025
So You Want to Be THAT Pilot: A Hilarious Guide to What NOT to Do With Your Drone

ENAC vs EASA Differences 🇮🇹 Italy

So You Want to Be THAT Pilot: A Hilarious Guide to What NOT to Do With Your Drone Greetings, fellow drone enthusiasts! Let’s talk about how...
7 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
May 18, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Impact of UAS

Environmental Impact of UAS 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Impact of UAS 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in environmentally sensitive areas? Ye...
6 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
BlogPost
May 16, 2025
Understanding the UAS Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for European Drone Pilots

UAS Open Category 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Understanding the UAS Open Category: A Comprehensive Guide for European Drone Pilots In recent years, the use of drones has surged in populari...
7 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
May 13, 2025
EASA UAS Regulations Overview: Frequently Asked Questions

EASA UAS Regulations Overview 🇪🇺 EU-wide

EASA UAS Regulations Overview: Frequently Asked Questions 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, if your drone is...
6 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
May 02, 2025
UAS Insurance Requirements: FAQ for European Drone Pilots

UAS Insurance Requirements 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Insurance Requirements: FAQ for European Drone Pilots 1. Do I need insurance to fly my drone in Europe? Yes, if you are operating a drone...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
May 01, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about Future Trends in UAS Technology

Future Trends in UAS Technology 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about Future Trends in UAS Technology For New Drone Pilots 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' ca...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Apr 29, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Maintenance and Inspection

UAS Maintenance and Inspection 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Maintenance and Inspection 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need t...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Apr 24, 2025
UAS Airspace Integration FAQ

UAS Airspace Integration 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Airspace Integration FAQ 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in urban areas? Yes, if you are flying a drone in urban areas, you need to...
5 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Apr 16, 2025
UAS Open Category: Your Comprehensive Guide to EASA Regulations

UAS Open Category 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Open Category: Your Comprehensive Guide to EASA Regulations Are you a drone pilot looking to explore the skies legally and safely? The Eur...
8 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Apr 13, 2025
UAS Training Programs FAQ

UAS Training Programs 🇪🇺 EU-wide

UAS Training Programs FAQ 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to complete an online training course a...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
DontDoGuide
Mar 29, 2025
Want to Make the Evening News? Here’s How…

Temporary Drone Restrictions Italy 🇮🇹 Italy

Want to Make the Evening News? Here’s How… Let’s face it, drone pilots: we’ve all had those brilliant flashes of inspiration that turned in...
6 min ENAC
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Feb 16, 2025
FAQ on UAS Airspace Integration

UAS Airspace Integration 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ on UAS Airspace Integration 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in urban areas? Yes, you need to obtain a remote pilot certificate if y...
5 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Feb 12, 2025
FAQ on UAS Operational Limitations

UAS Operational Limitations 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ on UAS Operational Limitations 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to complete an online training...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Feb 10, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Pilot Certification

UAS Pilot Certification 🇪🇺 EU-wide

Frequently Asked Questions about UAS Pilot Certification 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the open category? Yes, if your drone is ab...
4 min EASA
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
BlogPost
Feb 07, 2025
QR Code Drone ENAC: Guida Completa per Piloti Italiani

Drone QR Code 🇮🇹 Italy

QR Code Drone ENAC: Guida Completa per Piloti Italiani Introduzione: Navigare il mondo dei droni in Italia In Italia, i droni stanno diventa...
5 min ENAC
Roberto Gramellini Roberto Gramellini
FAQ
Feb 07, 2025
FAQ: UAS Operational Limitations

UAS Operational Limitations 🇪🇺 EU-wide

FAQ: UAS Operational Limitations For New Drone Pilots 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need to compl...
4 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team
FAQ
Feb 06, 2025
EASA UAS Regulations Overview: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

EASA UAS Regulations Overview 🇪🇺 EU-wide

EASA UAS Regulations Overview: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. Do I need a license to fly a drone in the 'open' category? Yes, you need t...
5 min EASA
120mAGL Editorial Team 120mAGL Editorial Team