Class B UA Pilot Licence Scope

In plain language

To fly a drone weighing more than 25 kg, you must hold a Class B licence with the specific category and rating for that aircraft type.

Requirement as structured

A Class B UA pilot licence holder is authorised to operate an unmanned aeroplane, rotorcraft, powered-lift aircraft, or airship with a total mass exceeding 25 kg, provided the specific rating is indicated on their licence.

Original regulatory text

Class B Aeroplane The holder is authorised to operate an unmanned aircraft — (a) that is an aeroplane of a rating specified in the UA pilot licence; and (b) that has a total mass exceeding 25 kg. Rotorcraft The holder is authorised to operate an unmanned aircraft — (a) that is a rotorcraft of a rating specified in the UA pilot licence; and (b) that has a total mass exceeding 25 kg.

Applies when

min mtom kg

25