Obtaining an Organisation Aviation Reference Number (ARN)
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In plain language
If you are flying a drone for business under the excluded category, CASA requires you to get an Aviation Reference Number (ARN). You may need to apply for an organisation ARN specifically for your business rather than using a personal one.
Requirement as structured
CASA states that businesses operating drones under the excluded categories must obtain an Aviation Reference Number (ARN), which may need to be an organisation-specific ARN.
Original regulatory text
get an aviation reference number (ARN) – you may require an organisation ARN for your business
Applies when
- operation
- commercial