Spain–UK–Belgium Comparative Legal Framework: Civil Drones for Professional and Commercial Purposes

Abstract

The aim of this study is to compare the regulations of the three European countries applied to drones or RPASs (remotely piloted aircraft systems) to find similarities and differences, particularly in the use of civil dronesCivil drones for professionalProfessional and commercialCommercial purposes. This analysis gives a clear understanding of the requirements that each country establishes to operate with drones in its territory. As a general rule, countries regulate the activity of drones in their territory by residents in the country, although they leave the door open to operatorsOperators from other countries to operate legally. In general, the focus of international and national regulations is given to safetySafety. Nevertheless, small dronesSmall drones avoid many of these requirements, as they weigh less than 150 kg and pose fewer risksRisks to people. However, bearing in mind that this kind of work could be related to creative industries, on a professional level, insuranceInsurance should cover any property damage.