Drones & gear
FPV goggles and the rules
Goggles change how you fly but not EASA responsibilities — know VLOS and geo-zones.
Contents
Goggles and VLOS
FPV goggles give the pilot a view but do not remove VLOS requirements in the Open category.
Digital goggles (DJI, Walksnail, HDZero) pair with matching VTX — licence rules stay the same.
Distances and people
A1/A3 restricts flight over people; A2 allows closer operations with C2 and extra conditions.
A spotter helps maintain situational awareness when the pilot sees only the screen.
Registration
DJI Avata, Walksnail or custom 5" — if >250 g with camera, register with your NAA.
Guide — /blog/drone-operator-registration-eu.
Next step
Digital vs analog — /blog/fpv-analog-vs-digital-eu.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I fly goggles-only?
- Open category needs VLOS — typically a spotter or unaided sight alongside goggles.
- Do goggles change the weight threshold?
- No — take-off mass includes all mounted equipment.
Authority & sources
A2STS Editorial · Reviewed by: EASA UAS syllabus aligned