Operations
UAS operator - EASA Drone Definition
UAS operator = Unmanned Aircraft System operator
Definition
UAS operator = Unmanned Aircraft System operator
The UAS operator is the legal entity or person responsible for the operation - registration, insurance, manuals, and compliance - which may differ from the remote pilot.
Regulatory context
EU 2019/947 and EU 2019/945 - operator registration and responsibilities.
Why it matters for pilots
Exam questions often distinguish operator duties from remote pilot duties.
Related terms
- Remote pilot
- LUCLight UAS Operator Certificate
- NAANational Aviation Authority
- MTOMMaximum Take-Off Mass
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