Information for pilots visiting from abroad, in order to participate in competitions in the UK.
Operator ID
Flying model aircraft in the UK requires a valid Operator ID number which is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). As a visiting pilot you may use the Operator ID of the GBSRA for the duration of the competition.
Flyer ID
All pilots must also have a valid Flyer ID from the CAA. This is acquired by taking a free short test. To prepare for the test you should read the Drone and Model Aircraft Code, then take the test.
Labels
All models must be labeled with the Operator ID in order to comply with UK law. Please see the following link for how to label your model:
Labelling your drone or model aircraft
At the start of the competition, we will issue labels for your models if you require them. These are only temporary and must be removed at the end of the competition.
Flying outside of the competition
If you wish to fly outside of the competition, you must obtain your own Operator ID and use this to label your models. Use the following link to register yourself: