Light UAS Operator Certificate - LUC.
WHY DO I NEED LIGHT UAS OPERATOR CERTIFICATE (LUC)?
Self-authorise your own operations
According to the maturity and experience of your operator, you will be able to apply to these privileges:
Self-authorise
PDRAs
Self-authorise
Operational Authorisations
HOW IT WORKS?
Timeline for achieving this
You accept the project
We prepare all required documentation for the LUC application process.
Submission of the generated documentation to the CAA
Responding to the authority’s feedback until project completion
CAA Approval!
DAY 0
DAY 1
DAY 60
DEPENDS ON CAA
DEPENDS ON CAA
WHAT YOU WILL GET
Pricing for you
All the documents according to Part C of IR (EU) 2019/947:
- Safety Management Manual (SMM)
- Safety Management System (SMS)
- LUC Safety Manual
- Technical characterisation of the UAS
- LUC proviliges document
- Implementation of processes
- Staff training
- Communication coordination with CAA
- Other requested LUC docs by CAA
€ 14,950 +VAT
Prices may vary according to requested privileges.
EXPERIENCE
Last approved projects
We have received approval for 50+ Operational Authorisations, in different countries, such as:
400 Drone Swarm Flight
Approved Operational Authorisation for the 400 drones flight in controlled airspace, urban scenarios, and close to safety airport areas.
+150 kg Drone
Approved Operational Authorisation for a 150 kg UAS flight in sparsely populated environment in VLOS.
5G Drone Operations from a Docking Station
Approved Operational Authorisation for remote operation of a UAS for using 5G for surveillance purposes.
+25 kg Tethered UAS in Urban Scenario
Approved Operational Authorisation for a tethered heavy lifter drone in urban scenarios.
Long-range BVLOS for 10 km
Approved Operational Authorisation for a 10 km BVLOS drone operations in sparsely populated environents with UAS < 25 kg.
+120 m (400 ft) Altitude Operations
Approved Operational Authorisation for operations above the conventional 120m ceiling limitation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs about LUCs
Below you’ll find the most frequently asked questions we receive regarding Light UAS Operator Certificates (LUCs)
The LUC is not a “blank check” for unrestricted operations. The holder may only carry out activities specified in the terms of approval. As such, operating under a LUC certificate brings significant advantages, but also important responsibilities.
Only legal entities are eligible to apply for a LUC. However, certain activities outlined in the operations manual may be subcontracted.Only legal entities are eligible to apply for a LUC. However, certain activities outlined in the operations manual may be subcontracted.
The LUC remains valid as long as the operator continues to meet the regulatory requirements and complies with the conditions set out in the certificate.
A LUC certificate is valid throughout the European Union.
GET STARTED
Book a meeting with us
An expert will assess you about the viability of the project, and will send you a personalised quotation.