🛩️Welcome to Your Ultimate Drone Guide
Explore everything you need to know about drones in Europe in 2026. This website offers a complete guide to UAV classes (C0–C6), European flight regulations, battery and transport rules, and step-by-step flight permission procedures. Whether you are a hobbyist pilot, a professional drone operator, or just curious about UAV technology, you will find practical tips, official references, and detailed guides here.
Our goal is to provide reliable, up-to-date, and easily understandable information to ensure safe and legal drone operations across European skies.
UAV Classes (EU Classification C0–C6)
- C0: <250 g — Low-risk drones, no Remote ID required.
- C1: 250 g – 900 g — Remote ID required, allowed in A1 subcategory.
- C2: 900 g – 4 kg — Requires additional training (A2), safer distance rules apply.
- C3 – C4: 4 – 25 kg — Operated in A3 subcategory; for larger or more complex drones.
- C5: Designed for Standard Scenario STS-01 in the Specific Category (enhanced safety requirements).
- C6: Designed for Standard Scenario STS-02, enabling BVLOS operations with additional communication and safety systems.
What Are STS-01 and STS-02?
- STS-01: Operations within Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) in populated areas with defined safety limits.
- STS-02: Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations in sparsely populated areas, requiring advanced reliability and communication systems.
🎓 Drone Pilot Certification (EASA)
Learn how to obtain your official drone pilot certificate according to European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations. This certificate ensures you meet all training and safety requirements for operating drones in Europe.
📜 European Drone Rules
Stay compliant with European drone regulations, including Remote ID, no-fly zones, insurance requirements, and operational limits. Avoid fines and ensure safe flights by following the official rules.
✈️ Traveling with Your Drone
Planning to take your drone on a trip? Learn about European airline rules, battery transport limits, customs procedures, and tips to avoid delays at airports.
💡 Drone Recommendations for Beginners
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📅 Last Updated: 08.01.2026