DRONE REGULATIONS MASTERCLASS
Drone Regulatory framework in clear and accessible terms.
Bring clarity and simplicity to your compliance environment.
2 hour online or in-person executive briefing.
Acquire basic foundation knowledge. This introduction to drone regulations helps end-users, asset owners, and decision-makers understand what drones can do, and how their regulatory environment is structured.
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Overview of UK and EU drone regulations (Open, Specific, Certified categories)
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The Open Category. Benefit of using Class Marked UAS
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The Specific Category. PDRA and SORA applications
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Responsibilities of the remote pilots and drone operators
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Airspace structure and flight permissions
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CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
SPECIFIC OPERATIONS RISK ASSESSMENT
SORA
The introduction of SORA represents one of the most significant shifts in drone regulation in years.
The Specific Operations Risk Assessment (SORA) framework enables more complex operations and supports a very broad range of Concept of Operations within the Specific Category, from very small drones to very large cargo drones.
As a result, SORA is complex and broad. However, only Civil Aviation Authorities are required to master SORA in its entirety! Understanding what is and is not relevant to you within SORA is essential. Through this training, we will provide you with the foundation knowledge, and guide you to quickly identify what applies specifically to your operations.
Making your SORA risk assessment and application for an Operational Authorisation faster and more straightforward—so your organisation can focus on delivering value with drones.
SORA TRAINING CONTENT
By the end of the training, participants will:
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Understand UK SORA and SORA v2.5 safety methodology and approach
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Understand the Flight Volume, Contingency Volume, Ground Risk Buffer zone
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Understand Ground Risk Class, Ground Risk Mitigations
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Understand Air Risk Class, Air Risk Mitigations
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Understand their operations’ SAIL Safety Assurance and Integrity Levels
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Understand what is feasible and accessible today, and what is more challenging
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Understand the containment requirements due to the adjacent area’ population density
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Know how to identify applicable OSOs Operational Safety Objectives based on their SAIL
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Understand what type of SORA application can be generic
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Be able to engage more effectively with their Civil Aviation Authority when starting their application.
After providing that core knowledge during the training day, our approach is to work hands-on on framing a potential SORA application based on clients’ user cases and locations.
SORA TRAINING FORMAT
1-Day UK SORA Workshop – Gain a deep understanding of the UK SORA safety methodology, its intent, and practical implementation.
One day is sufficient to provide a detailed overview of the SORA safety methodology.
After providing that core knowledge during the training day, our approach is to work hands-on on framing a potential SORA application based on clients’ user cases and locations.
2-Hour Executive Briefing – A concise, plain-English session for non-experts and top management, delivered virtually.
WHO WE SUPPORT
This training is designed for organisations and professionals who need to understand, apply, or operate under the SORA framework, including::
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Public & Private Sector End-Users and asset owners with in-house drone teams.
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Drone Operators entering the specific category of drone operations, or transitioning to SORA from previous methodologies - OSC, ORA
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UAS manufacturers and Technology Providers needing to align products with SORA expectations.
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Compliance and Health & Safety teams supporting drone operations
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WHY WORK WITH US?
We make your regulatory compliance simpler and faster —so you can focus on your growth.
We are subject matter expertise. Hands-on knowledge of drone regulations and their evolution over the last 10 years, SORA approvals, and operational compliance. We stay at the forefront of industry guidance and regulatory changes, ensuring you benefit from accurate, reliable expertise you can trust.
We mutualise our return of experience from multiple ongoing SORA applications. Because we work on numerous SORA applications across different sectors, we see what works, what doesn’t, and what regulators expect. This shared return of experience strengthens every project we deliver, giving you a smoother and more predictable path to approval.
We are reactive and diligent. We know that regulatory timelines can impact your business timeline. That’s why we pride ourselves on fast, focused support, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail—so your application progresses without delay.
We support both high-level strategy and detailed documentation
Whether you need strategic guidance or help with the practical work—manual reviews, documentation drafting, or compliance checks—we adapt to your level of support. We take care of the administrative and regulatory workload, freeing your team to focus on operations.
We are flexible to your needs and budget
Every organisation is different. We tailor our involvement, deliverables, and pricing to match your objectives, constraints, and resources—ensuring you get effective support without unnecessary cost.
New to the drone market? We accelerate your discovery journey.
Entering the drone ecosystem can feel overwhelming—but we make it simple, structured, and aligned with your goals. We help you:
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Build the essential knowledge and confidence to turn your ideas into meaningful, operational use cases
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Identify exactly where drones can add value within your organisation
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Understand the regulatory pathways that apply to you—starting with the Open Category and beyond
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Gain clarity on which technologies to invest in (and which to avoid)
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Define a robust business case, and anticipate the changes required
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Engage with confidence with your internal and external stakeholders
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Prioritise the “low-hanging fruit” opportunities that deliver quick wins and early success
Anne-Lise Scaillierez, Partner
Anne-Lise Scaillierez is partner at The Drone Office. Anne-Lise draws on 25 years of professional experience in Technology and Defence & Aerospace industries, including in the advancement of autonomous systems. She is also a volunteer as a Director of ARPAS-UK, the UK trade body representing the drone industry.