Compliance with CASA directions regarding individual radio use

Verified from official sources
101.285(3)-(4)Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

If CASA directs you personally to hold a radio qualification and use an aeronautical radio while flying a drone, you must comply with that direction.

Requirement as structured

A person must comply with any CASA direction prohibiting them from operating an RPA unless they hold a relevant qualification, maintain a listening watch, and make broadcasts on specified frequencies.

Original regulatory text

CASA may direct that a particular person must not operate an RPA unless the person: (a) holds a relevant qualification; and (b) maintains a listening watch on a frequency or frequencies specified in the direction; and (c) makes broadcasts: (i) on a frequency or frequencies; and (ii) at intervals; and (iii) giving information— specified in the direction. (4) The person must comply with the direction.