Introduction to Regulations and Safety

Beginner

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

- Understand Aviation Regulations and Compliance: Demonstrate knowledge of national and international regulations governing aviation and UAS operations, including the roles of regulatory bodies such as the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) and EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency).
- Navigate Authorization Procedures for Aviation Operations: Demonstrate the ability to navigate the authorization processes for manned and unmanned aviation activities, including securing necessary licenses, permits, and clearances.
- Conduct Risk Assessments for Aviation Operations: Apply risk management principles to assess the safety risks associated with aviation operations, developing strategies for mitigation and response to ensure operational safety.
- Manage Airspace for Safe Operations: Manage the complexities of airspace management, including classifications, restrictions, and using controlled and uncontrolled airspace for different flight operations.
- Implement Safety Management Systems (SMS): Develop competencies in designing and implementing safety management systems in aviation contexts, focusing on safety policy, risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion.
- Pass the A1 /A3 category as a UAS pilot (open category).

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- Aviation Regulation Overview: Introduction to the framework of national and international aviation regulations. Focus on the bodies responsible for creating and enforcing these rules, such as the FAA and EASA.
- Authorization Procedures for Human-Crewed and Crewless Flights: Detailed exploration of the process for obtaining authorization to operate both human-crewed and crewless aircraft, including licensing, certifications, and special permissions.
- Risk Assessment in Aviation Operations: Techniques and methodologies for assessing risks associated with flight operations, including the consideration of potential hazards, evaluation of risk severity and likelihood, and the implementation of mitigation strategies.
- Safety Management Systems (SMS): Principles of SMS in aviation, covering policy, risk management, assurance, and promotion in both commercial and private aviation.
- Airspace Management and Classification: Comprehensive overview of airspace classification, from controlled to uncontrolled airspace, including the rules governing aircraft operation within these spaces.
- UAS-Specific Regulations and Operational Limits: Examination of regulations designed explicitly for UAS operations, including flight altitude limits, no-fly zones, and line-of-sight operations.
- Incident Reporting and Investigation: Procedures for reporting aviation incidents and accidents, considering the role of investigation authorities and how findings contribute to improving aviation safety.

- Zavrsnik, A. (2016). Drones and Unmanned Aerial Systems: Legal and Social Implications for Security and Surveillance, Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/97.
- European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Drones & Air Mobility. https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/civil-drones
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). (2021). Remote Pilot – Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide (FAA-G-8082-22). U.S. Department of Transportation.
- European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). (2024). Easy Access Rules for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Regulations (EU) 2019/947 and 2019/945. https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/document-library/easy-access-rules/easy-access-rules-unmanned-aircraft-systems-regulations-eu

Exam

English

5

15

2.5

Presentation, group work, discussion, exercises, presentation,

1

1_5

integrated lecture

Compulsory