A2 exam
Can you fly without a drone licence in the EU?
Almost all outdoor Open category flights require A1/A3. Weight alone does not exempt you from theoretical knowledge requirements.
Contents
The sub-250 g myth
Under 250 g may reduce registration duties, but the A1/A3 certificate is still required for legal recreational flight.
Toys and indoor flight
CE-marked toy drones below limits may be exempt in private indoor use — check national interpretation.
Penalties
Fines for unlicensed flight vary by member state. Insurance claims may be void without valid credentials.
Legal path
A1/A3 online exam → registration if required → fly within geo-zones.
Authority & sources
A2STS Editorial · Reviewed by: EASA UAS syllabus aligned