Flight Manual Requirement for Category II Permissions

Verified from official sources
4-3-2Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

When applying for a Category II flight permit, you must create a flight manual. This manual must describe how you will inspect your drone, train your pilots, and manage safety during operations.

Requirement as structured

JCAB requires applicants for Category II flight permissions to draft and maintain a flight manual detailing aircraft maintenance, pilot training, and safety management procedures.

Original regulatory text

4-3-2 無人航空機を飛行させる際の安全を確保するために必要な体制を維持するため、次に掲げる事項等を記載した飛行マニュアルを作成すること。 (1)無人航空機の点検・整備 (2)無人航空機を飛行させる者の訓練 (3)無人航空機を飛行させる際の安全を確保するために必要な体制