UATO Permit Exemptions and Activity Permit Requirements

In plain language

Approved training schools do not need standard operator or Class 1 permits for training flights. However, you must get a Class 2 Activity Permit if training outdoors higher than 200 feet, within 5 km of an airport, or inside restricted airspace.

Requirement as structured

CAAS states that while UATOs do not need an Operator Permit or Class 1 Activity Permit for training flights, they must obtain a Class 2 Activity Permit if flying outdoors above 200 feet AMSL, within 5 km of an aerodrome, or in restricted or danger areas.

Original regulatory text

The UATO is not required to obtain an Operator Permit or a Class 1 Activity Permit to conduct practical training, assessments and proficiency checks which involves the flying of a UA. However, a Class 2 Activity Permit will be required if the UATO intends to fly the UA outdoors under any of the following conditions: (a) Altitude exceeding 200 feet above mean sea level (AMSL); (b) Within 5 kilometres of any aerodrome; or (c) Within any restricted area or danger area, as published in the Government Gazette.

Applies when

max altitude m

60.96