Can I race without a licence?

No — A1/A3 and registration still apply when weight/camera thresholds are met.

Closed courses may rely on organiser approval, but pilots still need a valid certificate.

Drones & gear

FPV racing and your licence

Racing quads often exceed 250 g — registration is mandatory and events may need Specific category approval.

A2STS editorial12 min readUpdated 29/06/2026

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Racing quads often exceed 250 g with a camera — NAA operator and UAS registration is mandatory.

Event organisers may additionally require Specific category approval, insurance and a safety plan.

Indoor venues and outdoor tracks need owner permission and sometimes municipal approval.

Check whether the venue sits in a geo-zone or CTR — use your national UTM map.

Analog or digital FPV — the same licence rules apply. EU VTX power limits apply in hobby class.

Prop guards, FTS and spectator separation are typical organiser requirements.

FPV build plans — /fpv/build-configurator. Analog vs digital — /blog/fpv-analog-vs-digital-eu.

Can I race without a licence?: No — A1/A3 and registration still apply when weight/camera thresholds are met.
Do I need A2?: Closed courses may rely on organiser approval, but pilots still need a valid certificate.

A2STS Editorial · Reviewed by: EASA UAS syllabus aligned