Prime Person Aviation Experience and Assessment

In plain language

You do not need to be a licensed drone pilot or have prior aviation experience to be a 'prime person' for a Part 102 certificate, but you must prove to the CAA during your assessment that you understand aviation risks and concepts.

Requirement as structured

CAA NZ states that a nominated prime person does not need to be an unmanned aircraft pilot or have prior aviation experience, but they must demonstrate a practical understanding of operational risks and aviation concepts during the CAA's evaluation process.

Original regulatory text

A prime person does not need to be an unmanned aircraft pilot, nor do they require aviation experience. BUT they do need a practical understanding of the relevant risks, and to understand relevant aviation concepts to be able to fulfil the role. The prime person’s knowledge will be evaluated during the CAA’s assessment process.

Applies when

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Part 102