Mandatory 'Remote' prefix on first call to aerodrome control

Verified from official sources
OPS M1-1 kohta 2.33.4Version 1Effective -Verified 21 August 2026

In plain language

When making your very first radio transmission to aerodrome control (lähilennonjohto) in Finland, you must say the prefix 'Remote' before your call sign.

Requirement as structured

The first radio call to aerodrome control by an RPAS receiving air traffic control service must include the prefix 'Remote' before the call sign.

Original regulatory text

ensimmäisen kutsun lähilennonjohdolle on sisällettävä etuliite "Remote" ennen kutsumerkkiä.

Applies when

country
Finland
operation
RPAS receiving air traffic control service
regulatory category
General