Regulations
Rules that shape the operating envelope
Regulatory records connect jurisdiction, authority, domain, status, effective date and the practical impact on operators and suppliers.
Real-Time Intelligence
Open, Specific and Certified category framework
JurisdictionEuropean Union
AuthorityEASA
Effective2021
Operator authorisations scale with risk; SORA assessment governs beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations.
EASA · https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/civil-dronesSmall UAS operating rules and BVLOS rulemaking
JurisdictionUnited States
AuthorityFAA
Effective2021
Routine beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations remain waiver-based pending final rulemaking.
FAA · https://www.faa.gov/uasMASS Code development
JurisdictionInternational
AuthorityIMO
Effective2026
Non-mandatory code precedes a mandatory instrument; classification societies bridge the gap for uncrewed vessels.
IMO · https://www.imo.org/Remotely piloted aircraft operating rules
JurisdictionAustralia
AuthorityCASA
Effective2016
Operator certification with approved BVLOS pathways in designated areas.
CASA Australia · https://www.casa.gov.au/dronesDrone Rules and type certification scheme
JurisdictionIndia
AuthorityDGCA
Effective2021
Type certification and digital airspace map governs operations; import restrictions favour domestic manufacture.
DGCA India · https://www.dgca.gov.in/National uncrewed vessel operating approvals
JurisdictionEuropean Union
AuthorityNational maritime authorities
Effective2022
Approvals are granted per operation; remote operations centres require crew competency evidence.
IMO · https://www.imo.org/