UAV DACH e.V. - European Association for Unmanned Aviation

EU Legislative Interests

Main EU legislative proposals or policies targeted Development of laws and regulations for unmanned aviation UAV DACH supports a coherent European framework for commercial unmanned aviation. The objective is harmonised, scalable and innovation friendly regulation. Priorities are simplification of procedures, reduction of administrative burden and consistent implementation across Member States. Contributions to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into air traffic UAV DACH promotes a risk based and digital approach to integration. This includes electronic visibility, harmonised access to airspace and clear operational rules. The goal is safe coexistence of manned and unmanned aviation and scalable operations including beyond visual line of sight. Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 Provides the legal foundation for aviation safety including unmanned systems. UAV DACH supports the risk based framework and calls for consistent implementation to enable scalability. Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 Defines technical requirements and classification. UAV DACH supports standardisation and calls for alignment with operational needs. For commercial users Open Category needs simplification and extension of the boundaries. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 Establishes the operational framework. UAV DACH supports the structure and prioritises simplification and harmonisation in application. Geo Zone need to be reduced. Above a minimum altitude no restriction may apply unless those that restrict airspace for all airspace users such as ED-R. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/664 Introduces U space services. UAV DACH supports the concept and calls for clear roles and interoperability. SERA.6005 Defines visual flight rules. UAV DACH sees potential for alignment with unmanned aviation to support mandatory integration of ADS-L for those that do not comply with ADS-B regulation. ADS-L mobile shall be accepted for airsports users. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/666 Covers the designation of U space airspace. UAV DACH supports a targeted and proportionate use and aims to avoid further fragmentation. At the same time, UAV DACH supports one harmonised identification standard. A single system for identification, authorisation and transparency of airspace users is essential. Multiple parallel systems inside and outside U-space airspace should be avoided to ensure interoperability, clarity and scalability. ADS-L Promoted as a digital visibility solution to support situational awareness and scalable integration. Geo zones Current implementation is fragmented. UAV DACH recommends harmonised and simplified digital access across Member States. Geo zones should be reduced to a minimum and should not apply above a defined minimum altitude, except where justified for critical infrastructure or safety. Non commercial operators should not operate in public airspace without appropriate approval. They should be guided to use designated model aircraft fields or remain above privately controlled property, in line with applicable laws. Operation of UAS in D(CTR) Support for operations under defined procedures with coordination and digital tools. Proposed to increase minimum altitude of D(CTR) to 100m to avoid liability questions during UAS operations for ANSPs. High seas Need for clear rules to enable cross border maritime operations beyond the 12nm border. Total integration of UAS and AAM into airspace Support for full integration based on harmonised rules, digital infrastructure and alignment with manned aviation, especially for larger drones and automated aircraft without crew onboard (AAM).

Communication Activities

Comments on legislative and regulatory proposals UAV DACH provides structured input on draft laws and regulatory initiatives at European and national level. The focus is on practical applicability, proportionality and legal clarity. Contributions reflect operational experience from industry and aim to support efficient, innovation friendly and enforceable rules. Participation in discussion forums and information events UAV DACH engages in institutional and industry forums to exchange views with regulators, authorities and stakeholders. This includes hearings, workshops and expert meetings. The objective is to ensure transparency, share knowledge and support informed decision making. Participation in networks UAV DACH is active in European and international networks and working groups across industry, research and public institutions. These connections enable coordinated positions, joint initiatives and alignment of technical and regulatory developments. Development of concepts for the use of unmanned aircraft systems UAV DACH develops practical concepts for the safe and scalable use of unmanned aircraft systems. This includes operational models, integration into existing processes and identification of high value use cases in areas such as infrastructure, logistics and public safety. All concepts are shared and agreed among the industry members and represent a solid and approved opinion of the industry. Organisation of the EUROPEAN DRONE FORUM UAV DACH organises the EUROPEAN DRONE FORUM (https://eudroneforum.org) as a central platform for dialogue between industry, regulators and policymakers. The forum supports exchange on regulatory developments, operational challenges and future strategies for unmanned aviation in Europe. XPONENTIAL Europe as a leading exhibition UAV DACH contributes as partner to Messe Düsseldorf to the further development of XPONENTIAL Europe the leading European platform for unmanned systems and automation. The focus is on strengthening industry visibility, enabling business exchange and connecting stakeholders across the value chain. Publications on unmanned aviation UAV DACH publishes regular content on unmanned aviation via its website, social media and print media. These publications provide insights into regulatory developments, market trends and technological innovation, supporting transparency and public awareness. Engagement with EASA and international regulatory bodies UAV DACH is actively involved in the work of European Union Aviation Safety Agency through participation in working groups such as D.CSTG and Rulemaking Task Forces. The association supports Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems and contributes to consultations to support the Technical Expert Board and EASA. The objective is to enable the development of practical, harmonised and implementable regulation for Europe.

Interests Represented

Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members

Member Of

Joint European Drone Associations (JEDA) https://www.jeda-uas.eu EUROCAE https://www.eurocae.net CEN https://www.cencenelec.eu DIN https://www.din.de

Organisation Members

ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik GmbH Industrieanlagen-Betriebsgesellschaft mbH (IABG) RUAG AG Volkswagen AG Konzernsicherheit DLR e.V. Fraunhofer-Institut für Kommunikation, Informationsverarbeitung und Ergonomie FKIE NLR, Netherlands Airspace Centre SFL Steinbeis Flugzeug- und Leichtbau Like aBird Ltd. bavAIRia e.V., der Luft- und Raumfahrtcluster Bayern BHO Legal - Baumann Heinrich Ortner Rechtsanwälte Partnerschaft mbB Copting GmbH CRN Management GmbH FH JOANNEUM GesmbH TH Ostwestfalen-Lippe IlmDoc Technische Dokumentation GmbH Meteomatics AG RWTH Aachen Syrphus GmbH TU Berlin TU Braunschweig TU München Uni Rostock ZHAW/ZAV Zentrum für Aviatik DIECKERT Recht und Steuern GbR M4Com System GmbH Hinte Expo & Conference GmbH DJI Europe B.V. TH Wildau Fachbereich Ingenieur- und Naturwissenschaften SwissDrones Operating AG Kopter-Profi GmbH RKM - RotorKonzept Multikoptermanufaktur HSP Schäfer Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH U-ROB unmanned systems and robotics center GmbH Uni Tübingen, Fachbereich Geowissenschaften ZAG, Arbeitsgruppe Umweltphysik ESC Aerospace GmbH Nürnberg Messe GmbH Helmut Schmidt Universität Hamburg birdpilot GmbH FVA, ForstVersAnstalt BW IWS Innovations & Wissensstrategien GmbH DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Colibrex GmbH ACENTISS GmbH Drone Rescue Systems GmbH Hybrid-Airplane GmbH Dedrone GmbH "Hochschule Hannover Fakultät II M, Maschinenbau" Vereinigung Cockpit FlyNex GmbH DroneMasters Academy GmbH BDVI e.V. (Bund der Öffentlich bestellten Vermessungsingenieure) Wingcopter GmbH BASF SE, FE/FO - Z 070 AIR6 Systems - Airborne Robotics GmbH FAIRFLEET GmbH AeroDCS GmbH Bertrandt Technology Germany GmbH Tünkers-Nickel GmbH Aviation Coaching Consulting GmbH Hochschule Offenburg EMI GLOBE UAV GmbH Marten Krull Photogrammetrie (Vermessung 3D) DAEC e.V. Dt. AERO Club Germandrones GmbH nicopter GmbH Volocopter GmbH Aerial PV Inspection GmbH Siemens Energy Global GmbH Quantum Systems GmbH ddpconcepts GmbH Heli Transair European Air Services GmbH Multiplex Modellsport GmbH & Co KG CopterCam AG NOI Techpark Südtirol Alto Adige Alpine Technologies FLARM Technology Ltd. Vermessungsbüro Dipl.-Ing. Anja Junge AuG Kiel Drohnen GmbH Textron eAviation Embry-Riddle Europe GmbH GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum PotsdamDeutsches GeoForschungsZentrum PVDrohne eRC-System GmbH Universität der Bundeswehr München Fakultät für Informatik Institut für Theoretische Informatik, Mathematik und OR Securiton GmbH Alarm- & Sicherheitssysteme insensiv develop GmbH doks.innovation GmbH Aerodata AG Safety- and Fire Department Zentrale Polizeidirektion Niedersachsen Abteilung 2 KostULS SWIFT GmbH DRF Stiftung Luftrettung Gemeinnützige GmbH Stabstelle strategische Unternehmensentwicklung Rolf Gisler TVN SOLUTIONS GmbH Michael Knobloch spleenlab GmbH Telespazio Germany GmbH Liebenau Gebäude- und Anlagenservice gGmbH Wellhausen & Marquardt RS.aero GmbH AES Aerospace Embedded Solutions GmbH IAV GmbH (Ingenieursges. Auto und Verkehr) DMO (Deutsche Modellsportorganisation GmbH & Co. KG) Matthias Vyshnevskyy Thyssengas GmbH Schweizerischer Verband Ziviler Drohnen (SVZD) svGeosolutions GmbH EDUCADEMY GmbH Hamburg Port Authority Auterion AG BrigkAir Digitales Gründerzentrum der Region Ingolstadt GmbH Beat Suter Willi Meßmer Richard Meier Unmanned Systems Bulgaria EOOD Безпилотни системи България EООД Michael Hackl Michael Frank-Stever Norbert Meyer Lauschner Consulting Orthodrone GmbH Universitätsmedizin Greifswald Klinik für Anästhesiologie MV LIFE DRONE Dronesolut Beagle Systems GmbH I-SEC Security Services GmbH FlyingBasket GmbH DB Fahrwegdienste GmbH FCS Flight Calibration Services GmbH ERi Consulting e.U. Dkfm. Erwin Risch European Helicopter Association (EHA) GuteDrohne GmbH Jens Fehler Prof. Dr.jur. Giemulla Uwe Nortmann Achim Friedl Dr. Norbert Lohl DMFV e.V. (Deutscher Modellflieger Verband e.V.) DB Sicherheit GmbH Günter Köllner Embedded Development GmbH Jetvision buffee Gbr Gesellschaft für Telekommunikation und Alarmbearbeitung mbH Airborne Consulting GmbH Optoprecision Airborne-Systems GmbH 4D Survey GmbH BIT Informationssysteme GmbH Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH Pix 4D GmbH Ernst Herbst Prüftechnik e.K. BodenseeAirea Wirtschaftsförderung Bodenseekreis Dr. Andreas Roß Wien Energie GmbH XMS - eXpert Media Solutions & Tools RTP - Rheinmetall Technical Publication Gmbh b.r.m. IT & Aerospace GmbH David Osten UAS Solutions N.Apter Flugplatzgesellschaft Cottbus Neuhausen mbH Urban Ray GmbH M&K Global AG (Murzilli Consulting) The Lunar Grid Skyflow Network GASCADE Gastransport GmbH Autrik Yogesh Khedar Team Centric GmbH AJ Henke Messe Düsseldorf GMBH Metavonics GmbH Nova Sky Stories GmbH AAD – Austrian Association for Drones e.V (Der österreichische Drohnenverband) Olaf Grimme Tillerstack GmbH Zenadrone Walaris GmbH WARGdrones GmbH Dronodat UG HHLA Sky GmbH Drohnenservice Wilhelmshaven GmbH Unisphere GmbH Hochschule Anhalt CUONICS GmbH Droniq GmbH Scandinavian Drone Solutions APS SMIA Technology Ministerium für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Verkehr des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen Newton Dynamics Drohnenflug Thomas York Skyhawk Brilz Technologies Ingenierubüro Scherer - bau & engineering Nocturne Drones c/o JH Technologie Arts GmbH Thrid Element Aviation GmbH Airlabs GmbH Augel GmbH Dronesperhour Geodatenservice München Haiber Beyond Vision anavia AG TOPseven GmbH & Co KG Triopt GmbH SEMAI unival group GmbH TenneT TSO GmbH V2AIR (Zeitgeist Ventures GmbH) Grant Thornton Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft TM SYS-IT UG Björn Steiger Stiftung SbR Skyeton Germany GmbH Ansys, Ralph Habig Centre national de formation professionnelle continue, Parrot Drones Morpheus Logistik GmbH Projekt Q GmbH BATT Suisse GmbH Most Robotics GmbH Jens Walther (UAS365.com) ODM GmbH AKmira optronics GmbH SBG Systems CREABIS Nicomativ ENBW Bladescape DRK Aalen Tegel Project GmbH Unmanned an Airborne Solutions GmbH Skycharge GmbH Raydiant RF GmbH ANDOIA NEX Aero GmbH iMAR Navigation GmbH Autonomous Teaming Solutions ATS GmbH RKB-Reitz electronic AG FlyXdrive RTKsub Fabian Rudolph AMPIGO CHARGE LTD Diehl Defence GmbH & Co. KG Pettersen ALCiDES Robotics GmbH ETANA SYSTEMS GmbH skyzr GmbH Asociación Española de UAS (ECUAS). CHEM4Batteries Christina Große-Möller Planevision Systems GmbH Tobias Schimpl Gilbert Remy Alpine Eagle AUMOVIO Jedsy Peli Products Germany GmbH Liebherr Electronics Aerobits Sp. z o.o. Schwarz Unternehmenssicherheit GmbH  VISMAGNA GmbH