LUC certificate — when and how

The Light UAS Operator Certificate lets organisations run complex operations under an approved manual. Most hobbyists and small commercial pilots do not need LUC — Open or STS is enough.

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Adaptīvā viktorīna parāda stiprās puses un nepilnības, pirms maksājat par sagatavošanos.

Who needs LUC

  • Larger orgs with regular BVLOS ops
  • Operators simplifying Specific category
  • Not typical hobbyists or one-off real estate shoots

EASA requirements

  • Operations manual and SORA/PDRA basis
  • Competent staff and records
  • NAA assessment and periodic audit

LUC vs STS vs Open

Open for simple flights. STS for standard commercial scenarios. LUC for organisation-level complex operations.

At a glance

AreaBasePro
HobbyOpen A1/A3
  • 9 no 10 aktīviem studentiem nokārto
  • NAA stila eksāmena formāts
  • Bez abonementa — vienreizēja piekļuve

FAQ

No — pilots still need A1/A3, A2 or equivalent competency.
Sākt bezmaksasA2 sagatavošanās

Adaptīvā viktorīna parāda stiprās puses un nepilnības, pirms maksājat par sagatavošanos.

LUC certificate — Light UAS Operator Certificate 2026 | A2STS