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Timestamp: 2020-01-27 10:20:20
Document Index: 216056555

Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 69', '§ 22', '§ 41', '§ 33', '§ 36', '§ 46']

Regulations concerning aircraft without a pilot on board etc. This is an English courtesy translation of the Norwegian text.
Revisions: Revised by Act of 20 May 2016, No 510, 17 September 2018 No 1337.
at altitudes of more than 120 meters above ground or water,
closer than 150 meters to people, motor vehicles or buildings not controlled by the aircraft operator, except during take-off and landing.
The restrictions in the second paragraph do not apply to flights that are conducted under the auspices of a model aircraft association with a safety system approved by the CAA Norway.
Section 6a. Approval of safety system for model aircraft associations
The safety system shall be developed in accordance with a recognized standard for quality systems, and at the least comprise of:
a. a training scheme for model aircraft pilots,
b. rules for the issuance and renewal of proof of competency for model aircraft pilots, as well as recall in the event of breeches to regulations or the safety system,
c. operational instructions and safety provisions for the different categories of model aircraft in use,
d. provisions on the construction and maintenance of model aircrafts,
e. procedures for reporting and managing deviations from the safety system, and
f. a system to ensure that the components mentioned in items a through e is developed and enforced.
CAA Norway may provide terms for the approval of the safety system, including requirements in regards to safety assessments, time limited approvals and the right to order revisions of the safety system.
It is not permitted to fly model aircraft armored with weapons or weapon systems. It is not permitted to fly model aircraft armored with rockets, fireworks or other dangerous devices.
Transport of goods is only permitted where this is specified in the license from the CAA Norway.
The pilot and pilot in command shall use an altimeter or another method to ensure compliance with the applicable height and altitude limits.
Display flying may only take place if authorized by the CAA Norway.
It is not permitted to fly aircraft without a pilot on board armored with weapons or weapon systems. It is not permitted to fly aircraft without a pilot on board armored with rockets, fireworks or other dangerous devices, except by authorization.
Section 21. Duty to notify
In the event of changes to the undertaking the operator have a duty to notify the CAA Norway to ensure that the information provided regarding the undertaking is correct. The operator shall notify the CAA Norway if the undertaking is discontinued.
Operators in the RO1 category must confirm that the undertaking is not discontinued by April 1st 2019 to still be registered with the CAA Norway.
An RO 1 undertaking is an undertaking in which an aircraft
RO 2 operators must obtain a license from the CAA Norway before starting up an undertaking. The application must be accompanied by a risk analysis and an operations manual.
An RO 2 undertaking is an undertaking in which an aircraft
A maintenance program shall be established for the aircraft. The maintenance program shall state when components are required to be replaced. The maintenance program must include a procedure for updating the program.
Maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the maintenance program for the aircraft or system.
In order to conduct a flight, the pilot or pilot in command must have passed an electronic examination (e-exam). A minimum score of 75 % is required to pass the exam.
Pilots and pilots in command must be able to demonstrate sufficient skills to ensure that the flight can be conducted safely and in accordance with rules and regulations. These skills must be maintained through refresher training.
RO 3 operators must obtain a license from the CAA Norway before starting up an undertaking. A risk analysis and an operations manual must accompany the application.
will be used for BLOS operations at altitudes of more than 120 meters, or
will operate in controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 120 meters, or
The application must be accompanied by documentation of the system design, control system, type of components, technical safety systems and completed test programs that show that the aircraft and system can carry out the relevant type of operation.
The CAA Norway may recognize aircraft, systems and components approved or certified by other aviation authorities.
A maintenance program shall be established for the aircraft or system. The maintenance program shall state when components are required to be replaced. The maintenance program must include a procedure for updating the program.
Aircraft or systems intended exclusively for operations that may be carried out by RO 1 and RO 2 operators (cf. Sections 22 and 29; cf. Section 51) do not need authorization pursuant to Section 41. The provisions of Sections 26, 27, 33 and 34 apply correspondingly to these aircraft.
Section 43. About test programs
An operator may not initiate an aircraft of system test program before the test program has been approved by the CAA Norway. The application for approval shall include a description of the system test, including the type of operation the system is being tested for, where the test program is to be conducted, safety documentation related to the implementation of the test program and a checklist showing vital checkpoints.
In order to conduct a flight, the pilot or pilot in command must have passed an electronic examination (e-exam). A minimum score of 75 % is required to pass the exam. The CAA Norway is responsible for preparing training material and for organising the e-exam.
In order to perform landings and take-offs on aerodromes, the pilot and pilot in command must hold an LAPL (Light Aircraft Pilot License), PPL (Private Pilot License), CPL (Commercial Pilot License) or ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License).
The pilot and pilot in command have a duty to familiarize themselves with the applicable airspace management. The pilot and pilot in command also have a duty to familiarize themselves with the applicable airspace classification and the air traffic services unit that is in charge of the area in which they plan to perform an operation.
Prior to each flight, the pilot and pilot in command shall familiarize themselves with all available information that may have a bearing on the planned flight, including information about the weather conditions.
All flights must be conducted in a considerate manner so that there is no risk of harm to aircraft, people, birds, animals or property and so as not to otherwise constitute a public nuisance.
at altitudes of more than 120 meters above ground or water;
closer than 150 meters to a crowd of more than 100 people;
closer than 50 meters to people, motor vehicles or buildings not controlled by the pilot and pilot in command.
Aircraft with an MTOM of 250 grams or less may be used for VLOS, EVLOS or BLOS flying, though not at altitudes of more than 50 meters above ground or water. The safety distances provided for in the second paragraph (b) and (c) do not apply.
Flights other than in accordance with the safety distances in the second and third paragraph may only be conducted by RO 3 operators in accordance with the provisions set out in Chapter 9 and other conditions set out in the license.
FPV flying without BLOS authorization, cf. Sections 57 and 64, is only permitted if the flight is conducted as a VLOS operation and the pilot in command has visual contact with the aircraft at all times.
EVLOS flying may only be performed if the license from the CAA Norway covers this type of operation.
BLOS flying may only be performed if the license from the CAA Norway covers this type of operation.
Section 57. BLOS flying at altitudes of up to 120 meters in Class G airspace
BLOS flying at altitudes of up to 120 meters in Class G airspace or Class G airspace with an established Radio Mandatory Zone (RMZ) may only be performed if NOTAM to inform about the activity has been issued. The NOTAM shall be issued at least 12 hours before the activity commences.
In special cases, BLOS flying in Class G airspace with an established Radio Mandatory Zone (RMZ) may nevertheless be performed by permission from the flight information service and on the conditions laid down by the flight information service. The flight information service may only authorize such flying if it is clear that the flight can be conducted safely and without obstructing other air traffic.
Section 58. BLOS flying at altitudes of up to 120 meters in controlled airspace
BLOS flying at altitudes of up to 120 meters in controlled airspace may only be performed in active danger areas or restricted areas.
When flying in the dark, the aircraft shall be equipped with operating lights; cf. (EU) No. 923/2012, SERA.3215, implemented by regulation of 14. December 2016 No. 1578 on rules of the air and operational procedures.
VLOS and EVLOS flying at altitudes of more than 120 meters is permitted in Class G airspace. The operator is responsible for assessing whether it is necessary, having regard to the nature of the flight or the area in which the flight will be conducted, to issue a NOTAM to inform about the activity. If so, the NOTAM shall be issued at least 12 hours before the activity commences.
VLOS and EVLOS flying at altitudes of more than 120 meters in controlled airspace may only be performed subject to clearance from the air traffic control service and on the conditions laid down by the air traffic control service.
VLOS and EVLOS flying at altitudes of more than 120 meters in class G airspace with an established Radio Mandatory Zone (RMZ) may only be performed by permission from the flight information service and on the conditions laid down by the flight information service. Permission shall not be granted if there is other air traffic in the airspace.
Section 64. BLOS flying at altitudes of more than 120 meters in class G airspace
BLOS flying at altitudes of more than 120 meters in class G airspace or class G airspace with an established Radio Mandatory Zone (RMZ) may only be performed in active danger areas or restricted areas.
In the event of loss of control of an aircraft in controlled airspace, or Class G airspace with established RMZ (Radio mandatory Zone), the nearest air traffic control service shall be notified immediately.
In the event of loss of control of an aircraft in Class G airspace, the nearest air traffic control service shall be notified immediately if the lost aircraft constitutes a risk of conflict with other aircrafts.
Chapter 11. Concluding provisions
In the event of a breach of legislative or regulatory provisions, or the conditions set out in the license, the CAA Norway may suspend or revoke the license completely or in part.
In the event of a breach of legislative or regulatory provisions, the CAA Norway may impose a flight ban or flight restrictions on model aircraft pilots and RO1 operators.
For the purpose of research on and development of aircraft without a pilot on board, or in case of state operations as described in § 69, the CAA Norway may authorize operations and test flying even if the conditions that follow from the Aviation Act and pertaining regulations are not met.
The CAA Norway may give exemptions to the provisions in this regulation if the applicant can demonstrate that safety is maintained at the same level as if the operations were in accordance with these Regulations, and that the exemption does not set aside any other substantial considerations of the Regulations. The application must include a risk assessment and description of any risk reducing measure applied.
These Regulations enter into force 1 January 2016.
An operator license for undertakings that operate aircraft without a pilot on board granted by the CAA Norway prior to the entry into force of these Regulations will continue to be valid for the duration of the license period. The provisions of the Regulations shall be fully applicable to the undertaking from the entry into force of the Regulations, unless otherwise provided for in this section. Licenses that expire within the first four months after the entry into force of these Regulations, will be extended by six months.
If the operator wish to continue their undertaking within RO1 requirements after the license expiry date, the operator must notify the CAA Norway within that expiry date, cf. § 22.
If the operator wish to continue their undertaking within RO2 requirements, the CAA Norway must receive the application at least three months before the license expiry date. If the operator wish to continue their undertaking within RO3 requirements, the CAA Norway must receive the application at least four months before the license expiry date.
The requirements for airworthiness described in § 41 entry into force 1 January 2017. Until then, the requirements described in § 33 will apply for RO3.
Pilot or Pilot in Command functioning under operators in the categories RO2 and RO3 must pass the e-exam by 1 February 2017, cf. § 36 and § 46.