Use of prefix 'Remote' in first radio call to ATS

Verified from official sources
OPS M1-1 kohta 2.33.3Version 1Effective -Verified 21 August 2026

In plain language

When making your first radio call to an air traffic control (ATS) unit in Finland, you must say 'Remote' before your call sign.

Requirement as structured

The first radio call to an Air Traffic Services (ATS) unit by a remotely piloted aircraft receiving air traffic control service must include the prefix 'Remote' before the call sign.

Original regulatory text

ensimmäisen kutsun ATS-yksikölle on sisällettävä etuliite "Remote" ennen kutsu-merkkiä.

Applies when

country
Finland
operation
ATC-controlled RPAS flight
regulatory category
General