On-Board and Ground Control Station Data Recording
Verified from official sources1.3.2.2 BT6/BT7Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026
In plain language
For BVLOS flights, CAAS expects both the drone and the ground control station to record flight data, control commands, and link status for safety and analysis.
Requirement as structured
CAAS states that the UA must be equipped to perform on-board data recording of performance and health status, and the GCS must record critical C2 link data and GCS status.
Original regulatory text
The UA should be equipped with the capability to perform on-board data recording. The data to be recorded should include, but not limited, to the following: i) UA performance indicators and health status... BT7 The GCS should be equipped with the capability to record: i) Critical data transferred between the UA and GCS through the C2 link ii) GCS Status
Applies when
- operation
- BVLOS