UK Unmanned Aircraft Systems Policy Concept

Overview

The UTM policy concept lays out a proposed regulatory framework that enables the safe, secure, efficient and scalable integration of UAS into UK airspace, in simple, high-level terms for a wide range of stakeholders involved in UAS services.

What happens next

Once the consultation has closed and we have considered feedback, we will publish our consultation reply document. This will summarise the feedback and set out our final proposed policy positions

Closed 28 Aug 2026

Opened 5 Jun 2026

Audiences

  • Air Navigation Service Providers
  • Drone operator
  • Drone owner
  • Industry representative bodies
  • Organisations affected by aviation
  • UAV operators

Interests

  • Drones