Application for Unmanned Aircraft Type Certification

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Article 132-16Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

Manufacturers can apply for Type Certification from the Japanese government to certify that the design and manufacturing process of a specific drone model meets safety standards.

Requirement as structured

An applicant may apply to the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for Type Certification (型式認証) regarding the design and manufacturing process of an unmanned aircraft type.

Original regulatory text

国土交通大臣は、申請により、無人航空機の型式の設計及び製造過程について型式認証を行う。