Part 102 Operating Manual and Nominated Responsible Person

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Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

To get a Part 102 certificate, you must provide the CAA with an operations manual explaining how you will manage risks, and name the specific person responsible for your drone operations.

Requirement as structured

CAA NZ requires applicants for a Part 102 certificate to submit an operating manual that identifies hazards and risk mitigations, and to nominate a person who will hold responsibility for the unmanned aircraft operations.

Original regulatory text

You will be required to provide us with an operating manual showing how you have identified the hazards and risks of your operation, and the ways you will mitigate those risks. You must also nominate the person who will have responsibility for your unmanned aircraft operations.

Applies when

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