ConOps Normal Operation Strategy and SOPs

Verified from official sources
Annex A to AMC1 to Article 11Annex A to AMC1 to Article 11Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

Your ConOps must describe how the flight is normally conducted within its limits, and provide clear step-by-step procedures for normal, contingency, and emergency situations.

Requirement as structured

EASA accepts a ConOps detailing a normal operation strategy and standard operating procedures (normal, contingency, and emergency) as a means of complying with Article 11.

Original regulatory text

The normal operation strategy should contain all the safety measures, such as technical or procedural measures, crew training, etc. that are put in place to ensure that the UAS can fulfil the operation within the approved limitations, and so that the operation remains in control.

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