Drone discussion paper - Review of RPAS operations (DP 1708OS) - Civil Aviation Safety Authority

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First name

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Graham

Last name

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Wilson

Should all RPA be registered?

Select your preferred registration options.

	None	Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations	All RPA
By RPA Please select all that apply	None Ticked None	Above a specific size/weight Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations For specific operations	All RPA All RPA
By RPA owner Please select all that apply	None Ticked None	Above a specific size/weight Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations For specific operations	All RPA All RPA
By RPA operator Please select all that apply	None Ticked None	Above a specific size/weight Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations For specific operations	All RPA All RPA

Please provide any additional comments:

I really don't believe registration of RPA or small UAV is necessary and would only increase th cost of ownership. CASA all ready has the details of licences RPAS pilots. Plus I cannot find evidence anywhere that the countries who require registration that it has improved the safety of operations.

Should all RPA users be required to meet training / proficiency criteria?

Select your preferred training and proficiency options.

	None	Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations	All RPA
Training Please select all that apply	None None	Above a specific size/weight Ticked Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations For specific operations	All RPA All RPA
Demonstration of proficiency Please select all that apply	None None	Above a specific size/weight Ticked Above a specific size/weight	For specific operations For specific operations	All RPA All RPA

Please provide any additional comments:

I would suggest a weight of 10kg would be appropriate.

Should the introduction of geo-fencing be mandated?

Should CASA mandate the introduction of geo-fencing options to limit the operation of RPA in certain areas?

Please select one item

Yes

What should be done about 'counter-drone' technology?

Provide your views on the ways in which counter-drone technologies should be managed and in what circumstances they should be used.

I believe the shooting down of any aircraft in Australia is an illegal act and the law should be enforced.

Are we doing enough of the right things?

CASA seeks your view on the way in which we are approaching regulation of RPA in Australia today and for the future.

I think the existing laws and rules are adequate. However, the enforcement could be improved especially around Sydney Harbour, Parramatta River and the Airports.

General comments

Please provide any final comments about CASA's review of RPA operations. You can use the comments box or upload a file submission.

In my opinion CASA have been leading the world in accepting the UAV in to the airspace and implementing sensible laws and rules of operations.