Regulations
Rules that shape the operating envelope
Regulatory records connect jurisdiction, authority, domain, status, effective date and the practical impact on operators and suppliers.
Reference Data
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/