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  • Drone operations above 400 ft in defined environments - (PP 2612US)

    CASA is seeking feedback on a policy proposal (PP) to allow drone operations above 400 ft in defined environments and under certain conditions. The proposal would allow operations above 400 ft, up to an additional maximum height of 100 ft (approximately 31 m) measured from the top of a structure. This would apply without CASA approval or the requirement to operate under a remotely piloted aircraft operator’s certificate (ReOC), when certain criteria are met. The... More
    Opened 6 July 2026

  • AusSORA – Assessment requirements and criteria - Draft Advisory Circular - 101-06 v1.0

    We would like your feedback on the draft advisory circular (AC) 101-06 v1.0. Draft AC 106-01 explains how to apply the Australian specific operation risk assessment (AusSORA) methodology to classify the risk of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operations. The AusSORA methodology adapts elements of the Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems (JARUS) specific operation risk assessment (SORA), to the Australian operational and regulatory context. ... More
    Closed 26 March 2026

  • Research and development pathways for uncrewed aircraft operations – (DP 2521US)

    In 2021, CASA conducted a regulatory post-implementation review (PIR) of Part 101 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, and its Manual of Standards. Following the PIR , we released a policy proposal for public consultation. This contained recommendations related to research and development operations. One of those proposals suggested inserting a new excluded purpose for micro, very small, and small remotely piloted aircraft (RPA).This proposal would have allowed... More
    Closed 9 December 2025

  • Proposed Part 101 amendments - flexibility for airworthiness certification of large RPA - (CD 2512MS)

    We are seeking your feedback on proposed amendments to the current requirements for airworthiness certification of large Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). This action is part of the RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap. The proposed amendment would provide flexibility in 2 areas: The types of certificates of airworthiness that may be used for operations of large RPA The circumstances where a certificate of airworthiness may not be required for operations... More
    Closed 21 November 2025

  • Proposed Part 101 Chief Remote Pilot Licence Instructor and other matters - (CD 2401US)

    We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). These changes include: a new Chief Remote Pilot Licence Instructor (CRI) position in the remote pilot licence (RePL) instructor qualification framework improved standards and flexibility transition plans other minor amendments to make it clearer. The summary of proposed change document outlines: the new CRI policy ... More
    Closed 28 February 2024

  • Proposed Part 101 MOS – Chief RePL Instructor assessment fee - (SPC 2319US)

    We're seeking your views on a proposed regulatory services fee for the assessment of an application for a new Chief Remote Pilot Licence Instructor (CRI). After considering industry feedback, we have found the qualification requirements for Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) instructors outlined in Part 101 (Unmanned Aircraft and Rockets) Manual of Standards (MOS) 2019 , are more detailed than necessary for the intended purpose. These requirements are set to take effect on 10 April 2024.... More
    Closed 18 January 2024

  • Proposed Part 101 standards and guide for authorised beyond visual line of sight, outside of controlled airspace operations (CD 2216US)

    We would like your feedback on the proposed aeronautical knowledge standards and associated guide supporting an examination to authorise beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, outside of controlled airspace (OCTA). This is an alternative to the current requirement to pass the instrument rating exam (IREX) – an exam originally designed for crewed aviation. The proposed BVLOS OCTA exam would: act as an alternative pathway from the IREX for BVLOS... More
    Closed 17 January 2023

  • Proposed amendments to Part 101 CASR and MOS - Unmanned aircraft and rockets - (PP 2107US)

    The drone industry is rapidly expanding. To keep pace with growth and demand in the sector, laws governing drones must be regularly reviewed to provide effective and efficient safety regulations for all airspace users and the community. In 2016, major amendments were made to the: Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) Part 101 (Unmanned Aircraft and Rockets) Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). We have now commenced a regulatory... More
    Closed 21 February 2022

  • Proposed minor amendments to the RPA and model aircraft registration scheme - (CD 2113US)

    CASA is seeking feedback on minor amendments to: Parts 47, 101 and 202 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR) Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). These amendments are required to implement model aircraft registration as intended by the Australian Government. Minor changes are also required to address some ambiguities in the existing drone registration and operator accreditation regulations. A Technical Working Group (TWG)... More
    Closed 18 November 2021

  • Proposed policy amendments to Part 101 MOS registration, accreditation and transitional provisions - (CD 2014US)

    CASA is seeking feedback on the proposed changes to the rules for drones, also known as remotely piloted aircraft, including details on: the registration and accreditation scheme COVID pandemic relief transitional provisions for remote pilot licences (RePL) an extension to the commencement of RePL training instructor requirements The proposal amends the Part 101 Manual of Standards (MOS). Registration and... More
    Closed 23 September 2020

  • Proposed charges for drone, or remotely piloted aircraft, regulatory services

    We're seeking your views on the proposed charges for drone, or remotely piloted aircraft, services. Background In July 2019, the Australian Government passed legislation to introduce mandatory remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) registration and operator accreditation . This is in addition to existing certification, licensing, flight authorisations and record keeping requirements for commercial, micro and excluded category RPA operators. Registration and... More
    Closed 13 September 2020

  • Consequential amendments to Subpart 101.H - Rockets - (CD 1920SS)

    The purpose of the proposed consequential amendments Civil Aviation Safety Amendment (Part 101 - High Power Rockets) Regulations 2020, is to align Part 101 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) with the Australian Space Agency’s (ASA) legislative framework for high power rockets, and to transfer certain responsibilities for oversighting regulatory risk of high power rockets to the ASA. The focus of these amendments is to support the High Power Rocket (HPR) Rules (which commenced... More
    Closed 28 August 2020

  • Proposed new rules for manned free balloons and hot air airships - Part 131 - (CD 1907OS)

    The proposed new regulations in the Part 131 Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) apply to tethered gas balloons and balloons that are intended for free flight under the control of a pilot including: hot air balloons hot air airships gas balloons mixed gas/hot air balloons. Learn more about Part 131 aircraft More Information Hot air airships will be regulated alongside hot air balloons under Part 131. ... More
    Closed 30 September 2019

  • Proposed Part 101 (Unmanned aircraft and rockets) Manual of Standards 2018 - (CD 1807US)

    CASA is seeking feedback on new rules for remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) operations (popularly known as drones). The proposed new rules aim to: prescribe requirements for RePL training course administration including requirements for RePL training instructors prescribe aeronautical knowledge and practical competency standards, for RePL practical training courses impose examination requirements for RePL training course... More
    Closed 18 November 2018

  • Drone discussion paper - Review of RPAS operations (DP 1708OS)

    Australia was one of the first countries in the world to introduce legislation governing the operation of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA), commonly referred to as drones. Part 101 of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR) was introduced in 2002 in response to the need for an effective regulatory framework within which the development of this rapidly evolving technology could progress without compromising the safety of other airspace users and people and property on the ground. ... More
    Closed 29 September 2017
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