UK CAA sets out new approach to managing noise from drones and eVTOL aircraft

Beyond Decibels: UK Drone Noise Report Could Offer a Model for Future Regulation

UK Civil Aviation Authority recommends a phased approach to managing drone and eVTOL noise as commercial operations expand. The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has published a report examining how noise from drones and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft should be assessed and managed as commercial operations expand. CAP3304: Managing Noise from Emerging […]

UK CAA proposes new way to assess and manage drone, eVTOL noise

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published a new report examining how noise from drones and electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) could be assessed and managed, as innovation in the sector continues to develop. “When compared with conventional helicopters operating in similar roles, drones and eVTOL aircraft are expected to be quieter,” said the UK’s national aviation regulator. “As these technologies continue to develop, …

UK CAA sets out new approach to managing noise from drones and eVTOL aircraft

UK CAA publishes new guidance on managing noise from drones and eVTOL aircraft, aiming to balance aviation innovation with community concerns as commercial operations expand across the UK.