New UK drone regs take effect January 1, 2026. Most outdoor pilots must pass a theory test for a Flyer ID, register for an Operator ID.

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today released its Test & Evaluation T&E Annual Report for 2024-2025, detailing significant achievements in supporting safe and efficient test flights in integrated ...

The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.

Under the new rules, which take effect on January 1, 2026, anyone flying a drone weighing more than 100g will be required to complete a theory test and obtain a Flyer ID through the CAA website.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority is calling on drone users to familiarise themselves with the new drone rules before they fly ahead of them becoming law on 1 January 2026.