Operations
UAV - EASA Drone Definition
UAV = Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Definition
UAV = Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
UAV is a common synonym for unmanned aircraft; in EASA rules the preferred term is UA within a UAS.
Regulatory context
Used interchangeably in industry; EASA legal text prefers UA/UAS.
Why it matters for pilots
Helpful for searchers using UAV terminology.
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