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Parrot ANAFI UKR GOV Receives C2 Certification from EU Drone Port
EU Drone Port, Notified Body 3045, has certified the Parrot ANAFI UKR GOV as a C2 drone under Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945. The EU-type examination certificate EUDP-CERT-1030-2025 was issued on 21 October 2026 and lets operators fly the aircraft in Open category subcategory A2, close to uninvolved people, with no operational authorisation.
Last updated: 28 October 2026
The ANAFI UKR GOV, Parrot’s sovereign micro-UAV for public safety and enterprise missions, now carries the EU class identification label C2. EU Drone Port, an official Notified Body (Drone Certification Lab), issued the EU-type examination certificate (Module B) for the aircraft’s current configuration after a full conformity assessment of its hardware, software, firmware and user documentation.
For operators in Europe, the label decides where this aircraft can work. Without a class label, a drone of this weight is limited to subcategory A3, far from people and built-up areas. With C2, the ANAFI UKR GOV can fly in subcategory A2 of the Open category: close to uninvolved people, with no operational authorisation. This article explains what was certified, what the C2 label lets you do in practice, and how to start flying under it.
ANAFI UKR GOV at a glance
The ANAFI UKR family was designed by Parrot from field experience in contested environments, and the GOV version adds extra connectivity for government and professional users. The manufacturer’s headline figures:
- Mass: around 1 kg with the standard battery, with a maximum take-off mass of 1,450 g.
- Endurance: up to 38 minutes with the standard battery, and up to 70 minutes with the XLR battery.
- Sensors: dual RGB cameras with 35x digital zoom and a 640 px thermal camera on a 3-axis gimbal.
- Links: Wi-Fi, a LoRa backup link that takes over if the main link is lost, and 4G/5G cellular connectivity.
- Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou, plus optical navigation for GNSS-denied conditions.
- Robustness: IP53 rating, 15 m/s wind resistance and an operating range from -36 °C to 50 °C.
- Data security: encrypted storage, compliant with FIPS 140-2, digitally signed firmware and no data shared without user consent.
At this weight, an aircraft with this sensor package is exactly the kind of drone that would otherwise be pushed out of towns, industrial sites and events. The C2 label is what brings it back to where the work is.
What did EU Drone Port certify?
Parrot Drones submitted the ANAFI UKR GOV for EU-type examination as a C2 aircraft, against the essential requirements of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 as amended by Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/1058. Our engineers reviewed the technical file and the user manual requirement by requirement. They then tested a production unit indoors and outdoors, covering mass, protection against injury, mechanical strength, command and control link protection, remote identification, geo-awareness, low battery alerts, lights, low-speed mode, behaviour on loss of the data link and every other function the C2 class requires.
The project went through several test iterations. After each one, Parrot updated the firmware and the user documentation, and we repeated the affected tests until every requirement was met. Among the final changes, the low-speed mode was tuned so the aircraft never exceeds 3 m/s, and the in-flight light pattern was updated for better visibility at night.
The certificate covers this exact configuration:
| Manufacturer | Parrot Drones (Paris, France) |
| Model | ANAFI UKR GOV (quadcopter) |
| Class label | C2 |
| Certificate | EUDP-CERT-1030-2025, issued 21 October 2026, valid until 21 October 2036 |
| Hardware version | MBHW21 |
| Firmware version | v8.5.0 (exact build as stated on the EU-type examination certificate) |
| Ground control | Parrot Skycontroller UKR with FreeFlight 8 v8.5.0 (exact build as stated on the EU-type examination certificate) |
| Batteries | Standard battery (PN PI020884) and XLR battery (PN PI021007) |
| Radio links | Wi-Fi, cellular (5G), LoRa backup |
| Procedure | EU-type examination (Module B), DR (EU) 2019/945 |
Configuration matters. A class label applies only to the configuration that was examined, so operators should check that the label on their aircraft and the manufacturer’s EU declaration of conformity match it. You can see where other models stand in our list of EASA certified drones.
What does the C2 label allow?
With the C2 label, the ANAFI UKR GOV flies in subcategory A2 of the Open category under Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947. No operational authorisation and no declaration are needed, provided you respect the A2 limits:
- No flights over uninvolved people.
- At least 30 m horizontally from uninvolved people, reduced to 5 m when the low-speed mode is active and the conditions allow it.
- Visual line of sight (VLOS) at all times, and a maximum height of 120 m above the ground.
- The operator is registered, and the remote pilot holds the A2 certificate of competency.
A C2 drone can also fly in subcategory A3, with the A1/A3 proof of online training, whenever the mission is far from people. For a refresher on how the subcategories fit together, see our guide to the Open category for drones or EASA’s Open category page.
| A2 | A3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to uninvolved people | 30 m, or 5 m in low-speed mode | No uninvolved people endangered |
| Built-up areas | Allowed | At least 150 m away |
| Line of sight | VLOS only | VLOS only |
| Paperwork | Operator registration | Operator registration |
| Pilot competency | A2 certificate of competency | A1/A3 online training |
Which pilot certificate do you need for A2?
You need the A2 certificate of competency to fly the ANAFI UKR GOV in subcategory A2. It is the step most pilots are missing: it builds on the A1/A3 training with an additional theory exam and self-practical training.
Our A2 course is online and asynchronous, delivered by an Official Designated Training Entity, so your pilots can prepare around operations.
What does C2 mean for public safety and inspection teams?
The ANAFI UKR GOV is built for missions that happen where people are: security at events and industrial sites, inspection of urban infrastructure, incident support and documentation. Under A2, these flights can be planned close to people instead of being pushed 150 m away from any built-up area.
The C2 requirements behind this are the ones that matter in a crowded environment: a low-speed mode, geo-awareness, direct remote identification, lights that keep the aircraft visible, and a predictable reaction to a lost data link. On this aircraft, the updated light pattern also supports night operations, where the Open category requires the green flashing light to be on.
A word of realism: A2 is still the Open category. No flights over uninvolved people, no BVLOS, and no flights above 120 m. Missions that go beyond these limits, such as BVLOS over longer distances or flights over assemblies of people, need the Specific category and an operational authorisation. Also note that many police, firefighting and search and rescue operations are state activities regulated nationally, so the rules can differ by country. We explain why in Flying your drone in Europe: why national authorities matter.
How do you start flying the ANAFI UKR GOV under C2?
- Register as a UAS operator in the EASA state where you are established, and display your operator number on the aircraft.
- Check the configuration. Confirm the class label and declaration of conformity match the certified hardware, firmware and ground control software.
- For A3 flights, make sure every remote pilot holds the A1/A3 certificate.
- For A2 flights, get the A2 certificate of competency. See what you need to fly a drone in Europe.
- Keep the firmware on the certified version and use the low-speed mode whenever you work closer than 30 m to uninvolved people.
- Check insurance against your national requirements before the first flight.
For manufacturers: how do you reach the EU market?
Every class-labelled drone sold in Europe has passed through a Notified Body. EU Drone Port is a Notified Body that works only on UAS, certifying classes C0 to C6, C3 to C5 accessory kits and DRI add-ons. Recent projects include the WingtraRAY as a C3 and C6 drone and the Dronelis Cormoran Spray as a C5.
If your aircraft is heading for the European market, or you need to re-certify after a hardware or software change, our engineers can scope the assessment with you from the first call. For more on what the label involves, read UAS class label: drone certification explained.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Parrot ANAFI UKR GOV a C2 drone?
Yes. EU Drone Port has issued an EU-type examination certificate for the ANAFI UKR GOV as a C2 unmanned aircraft system under Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945. It applies to the certified configuration listed on the certificate.
Can I fly the ANAFI UKR GOV close to people?
Yes, within the limits of subcategory A2. You must keep at least 30 m horizontally from uninvolved people, or 5 m with the low-speed mode active, and you must never fly over them.
What pilot qualifications do I need to fly a C2 drone?
For A2 flights, you need the A2 certificate of competency, which builds on the A1/A3 proof of online training with an extra theory exam and self-practical training. For A3 flights far from people, the A1/A3 training is enough.
Can I fly the ANAFI UKR GOV at night?
Yes. In the Open category, night flights are allowed as long as the green flashing light is activated. The certified light pattern was updated to keep the aircraft visible in low light.
Is the C2 certification valid in every EU country?
Yes. A class label issued under Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 is recognised in all EASA member states, so the ANAFI UKR GOV can be sold and operated under the same rules in all of them. National authorities may still set local airspace restrictions.
Does a firmware update affect the certification?
The certificate covers the examined configuration. Any change that could affect compliance with the essential requirements must be assessed by the Notified Body before it is released to certified aircraft. That is why each certificate lists the exact firmware and software versions. As long as the product is not modified, the certificate is valid for 10 years.