A2 Additional Theoretical Knowledge Examination Competencies

In plain language

To pass the A2 theoretical exam, you need to show you understand the risks of flying near people, how to assess ground risk, how to plan flights and contingencies, and how weather affects your drone.

Requirement as structured

EASA accepts that by passing the additional theoretical knowledge examination, the remote pilot demonstrates understanding of safety risks near uninvolved people, ground risk assessment, flight planning, and weather effects on UA performance.

Original regulatory text

(a) By passing the additional theoretical knowledge examination, the remote pilot should demonstrate that they: (1) understand the safety risks linked with a UAS operation in close proximity to uninvolved people or with a heavier UA; (2) are able to assess the ground risk related to the environment where the operation takes place, as well as to flying in close proximity to uninvolved people; (3) have a basic knowledge of how to plan a flight and define contingency procedures; and (4) understand how weather conditions may affect the performance of the UA.

Applies when

country

European Union / EASA

subcategory

A2

regulatory category

Open