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What's new in the UAS world, explained clearly

Drone law changes fast. Here you can read what is new and what it means for your flights.

New · 22 July 2026

New CTR rules for drone flights: what applies from 6 August 2026

DFS has announced new UAS procedures for 15 German control zones: 4 zones, clear altitude limits and when you need an individual clearance.

Modern air traffic control tower against a blue sky – symbolic image of a control zone (CTR)
Drone law · 12 June 2026

C-class requirement: the transition period is over – what applies now

The transition period for existing drones without a C-class ended on 31 Dec 2025. We explain what this means in practice for new purchases and existing drones in 2026.

Drone against a city skyline at dusk – symbolic image of drone regulation
Airspace · 3 June 2026

U-space: the digital airspace for drones is coming

With U-space, the EU is laying the groundwork for many drones to safely share the same airspace. What operators should know now.

Pilot watching a drone hover against an urban backdrop – symbolic image of digital airspace

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