When the new rules come into effect on January 1 2026, all drone operators flying drones in the CAA's jurisdiction will need to be registered – that's less than half the current weight of 250g.
This won't immediately affect all drone operators because the CAA, the Civil Aviation Authority, is the UK's equivalent of the FAA, so the rules only apply to people flying drones in the UK, but it is a big change and one which will may not only leave British operators (and those visiting the UK) feeling somewhat surprised, but should also serve as a reminder to Americans and others that rules are not set in stone.
