BUYER QUESTION
Official route
Open Category basics: start with the operation as well as the aircraft
A plain-English starting route to the CAA Open Category and the live checks a product listing cannot do for you.
DIRECT ANSWER
No. The aircraft configuration is only one part of the question. The operation, people and place need current official information too.
THE TRADE-OFF
Starting with a drone model feels quick, but starting with the intended operation reveals when location, people, qualifications or authorisation need more attention.
The next sensible step
Read the CAA Open Category and Drone Code pages before selecting equipment for a specific trip or task.
- 01Describe the operation before comparing products.
- 02Confirm the exact configuration separately.
- 03Check the live place and conditions before every flight.
Evidence record
Current sources, clearly dated.
Last checked . Review due .
Only after the route is clear
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