Requirements for Using Aeronautical VHF Radio Frequencies

In plain language

If you need to use a VHF radio to communicate with air traffic control during your drone operation, you must have ANACOM approval, hold a valid radio operator license, and have the explicit agreement of the air traffic service unit.

Requirement as structured

To use VHF frequencies in the aeronautical band for tactical contact with an Air Traffic Services (ATS) unit, operators must obtain ANACOM approval, ensure personnel hold a valid Radio Operator License, and obtain agreement from the ATS unit.

Original regulatory text

To use the Aeronautical band, including to use VHF frequencies in order to implement a tactical contact with a ATS unit... is required: -ANACOM approvals as per national law, including the possibility to use a VHF radio to contact the ATS unit; -Competent personnel that hold a valid Radio operator license (phraseology and radio telephony technique); -Additionally, the ATS must agree to participate