Drone law

Overview

EASA drone regulations are not static — they are updated, terminology is refined and technical standards evolve. A pilot who does not track updates may be unaware of new requirements that apply to their category.

Primary sources: the EASA official website (easa.europa.eu), your NAA website and the national ANSP. These three sources are authoritative and reflect the current regulatory state for your market.

Rules

EASA publishes new regulations in the Official Journal of the European Union. The most relevant UAS instruments are EU 2019/947 (operations) and EU 2019/945 (product technical requirements), plus associated delegated regulations.

The TKA website publishes local guidance, permit procedures and exam schedules. Subscribe to TKA newsletters if offered — this is the most direct way to receive Lithuanian-specific regulatory updates.

Licence

Regulatory changes can affect existing certificates — for example, updates to Remote ID requirements or question bank revisions. Monitoring news periodically allows timely preparation.

If you already hold a valid certificate, changes generally do not apply retroactively to issued certificates. However, new rules may change permitted operations — important to know even as an existing licence-holder.

Next step

Create a habit of regular information review: once per quarter check EASA, your NAA and ANS websites for updates. Subscribe to the EASA mailing list if available.

For professional operators, follow specialist drone industry newsletters such as sUAS News or droneii.eu. These platforms report on the latest changes and their practical implications.

Frequently asked questions

Where do new EASA regulation texts appear first?

EASA regulations are officially published in the EU Official Journal (eur-lex.europa.eu). The EASA website provides consolidated versions and explanatory material.

Does TKA notify pilots about regulatory changes?

TKA may send information to registered operators. It is recommended to check utm.ans.lt and the TKA website periodically, as communication practices may vary.