UK RC Model Flying Rules & Regulations - Updated

This video is a guide to the rules and regulations around radio controlled model flying in the UK. We cover the basics of CAP722 and Article 16. This video is not relating to drones, and is meant for guidance only. You should make your own reference to the rules and regulations outlined in the British Model Flying Association handbook at www.bmfa.org.
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[@winklton]

I have been flying for many years and have some big models. I have refused to pay the CAA and display a number on any of my models. I checked with my flying club and they it’s a matter for the police to enforce and they won’t be checking themselves. I’m not paying the CAA because of a bunch of irresponsible drone muppets

[@ScaleMeDown]

I can understand your point of view. I don't have a big issue with displaying a registration ID on my models, but it has only ever been checked by club chairmen

[@winklton]

@@ScaleMeDown I’ve never been asked to show mine

[@cjb405]

I understand completely, just another knee jerk reaction to small percentage of idiots. Uk gov love to make insane rules to suck the joy out of any enjoyable recreation activity! Establishmentarianism at its finest😣

[@ashwayn]

ITS INSANE look According to the British Gliding Association, who are in charge of regulating everything gliding in the UK, there is currently no requirement to hold a glider pilot license if you're flying in the UK.

[@ScaleMeDown]

Sensible, helpful, inclusive regulation with a soft touch has to be the answer. Media sensationalism demonising model aircraft or drone flyers is not helpful for anyone.

[@DXmYb]

How do long standing flyers feel about these rules, as a newcomer to model aircraft it feels like another example of government over reach interfering with my life. I understand the need for the rules around airports

[@ScaleMeDown]

Thankfully, these rules mean that model flying can continue much as it has done safely for years

[@WhiteDieselShed]

Old video but looking at the Drone Assist app and it shows a larger pinkish area around some airports. Covers most of the area in your image @2:48. Another is Birmingham Airport which had the Circle and Rectangular areas and a much larger lighter area that covers several model flying clubs I joined some years back.

[@ScaleMeDown]

I think the area you are referring to is class D airspace, and not an FRZ as per the CAA definition

[@ReepsWasteOfTime]

2:40 I’m glad I live in the middle of nowhere in wales. I have miles of open land with nothing but sheep or crops and some don’t even have anything in them

[@ScaleMeDown]

That's good to hear, sounds nice. It is still important to check on the app for local restricted areas, and of course the applicable regulations will still depend on the type and weight of model you fly.

[@Servoboy]

Excellent Video , cleared up the A cert question. I wasn’t sure if the A / B still covered a model pilot - now I know it does. The DJI Mini Mavic was an under 250g and fell under the general rules , but the 250g multi rotor with a Camera faces more rules and regs than at first ? I think the ‘ 250g with camera’ is new isn’t it? or had I just missed it before. Anyway excellent video.

[@ScaleMeDown]

The "with camera" I believe now means you must register and display an operator ID even if under 250g

[@Servoboy]

@@ScaleMeDown Thanks , that’s a blow. The quad market rushed to bring our 250g multi rotors. So the market had a hassle free sale. It’s not such a hassle really , but once CAA is mentioned and tests and stuff it does put people off. I think it’s played a big part on multi rotor sales falling.

[@yuktongwong3774]

After getting operator and flyerID, am I allowed to fly in any unrestricted open area? Just don't want to join the club as I may not fly very often

[@ScaleMeDown]

The operator Id and flyer ID are essential to be legal. joining the BMFA provides you with 3rd party liability insurance, and is very strongly recommended. Joining the BMFA does not grant you automatic rights to fly in any open field - you first need the permission of the land owner before you venture into their field (without permission is trespass, and invalidates your insurance)

[@iman80skid91]

You said above 400 ft surely you mean up to 400 ft

[@ScaleMeDown]

No, the video covers operation above 400ft under article 16 (restrictions as described on video).

[@MrGrantgibbs]

I’ve obtained a plane,it needs a transmitter and its ready to fly,the guy who had it has sadly passed on. It has his operators ID and his contact numbers on it which I need to remove

[@ScaleMeDown]

Hi, yes removing his details and operator's ID is a very good idea. Are you planning on learning to fly yourself, or will you sell it ?

[@MrGrantgibbs]

@@ScaleMeDown I’d like to learn to fly it,the son who gave me the plane told me it wasn’t a toy and was a serious bit of kit,I’ve had rc cars when I was younger but this plane is something else

[@ScaleMeDown]

@@MrGrantgibbs I would start by joining the BMFA and find your local club. For a small investment in a trainer aircraft and someone to help you find your wings you will have much better success.

[@MrGrantgibbs]

@@ScaleMeDown the plane does have BMFA stickers on it

[@ScaleMeDown]

@@MrGrantgibbs You need your own BMFA membership - the plane is not the member

[@mikebreen2890]

I have just discovered this utter bullshit as a retiree wishing to return to the fun I had in 1990. WTF!!!!!!!

[@ScaleMeDown]

Hoops to jump through I am afraid.

[@mikebreen2890]

@@ScaleMeDown I bet I don't. ;-)