Thales has received the inaugural full Design Verification Report (DVR) from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for operating light drones in the medium-risk SAIL III category. This process, focused on enhancing the safety of UAS operations, reinforces the Group’s standing in the growing civil drone market and marks a significant advancement in certifying the Thales UAS100 platform under rigorous conditions.
Flying drones offers substantial business advantages across diverse sectors, enhancing efficiency while reducing environmental and economic impacts. However, unregulated drone activity poses potential risks to air traffic, installations, and ground personnel. To mitigate these risks, EASA has established comprehensive safety regulations based on risk assessment and proportional measures.