Large model aircraft over 30 kg: FOCA permit with case-by-case requirements and operating conditions

In plain language

Model aircraft with a take-off weight of more than 30 kg require a permit from the FOCA. The FOCA specifies the requirements and the operating conditions for each such model on a case-by-case basis, and publishes guidelines on constructing a fixed-wing aircraft or helicopter to comply with those specifications.

Requirement as structured

Model aircraft with a take-off weight of more than 30 kg require a permit from the FOCA. The FOCA specifies the requirements and the operating conditions for each such model on a case-by-case basis, and publishes guidelines on constructing a fixed-wing aircraft or helicopter to comply with those specifications.

Original regulatory text

Large model aircraft requiring an authorisation’. Large model aircraft requiring an authorisation Model aircraft with a take-off weight of more than 30kg (25kg for flights in the EU) require a permit from the FOCA. The FOCA specifies the requirements and the operating conditions on a case-by-case basis. It publishes guidelines on constructing a fixed-wing aircraft or helicopter to comply with these specifications.

Applies when

country

Switzerland

min mtom kg

30

aircraft type

model_aircraft

regulatory category

General