Unmanned Aerial Vehicle ("UAV" - drone assisted surveillance)
Unmanned aerial vehicle (an aircraft piloted by remote control or onboard computers). The ABI service providers require as a minimum the following:
1. Permission for Commercial Operations (PfCO) from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) – this should also determine the relevant categories i.e. sub 20kg aircraft, day/night permissions, operating safety cases (reduced distances, enhanced CAA permissions etc);
2. Public Liability Insurance for UAV operations;
3. Registration of aircraft.