GM4 Article 3(4) U-space
airspace
ED Decision 2022/022/R
While it is considered that the initial ARC of UAS operations in the āspecificā category is established taking into account the airspace classification and type of complexity of the airspace (e.g. height, danger area, etc.) for the purpose of a harmonised U-space airspace implementation, it is recommended to apply the residual ARC as follows (after having applied all the strategical and preātactical and tactical means that support the implementation of the U-space airspace, and having ensured the proper utilisation of the required U-space services):
It is recommended to apply residual āARC-bā for U-space in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace (or in airspace where both controlled and uncontrolled manned aircraft may operate simultaneously), relying on the provision of tactical information through the ātraffic information serviceā and the Uāspace segregation principle (e.g. dynamic airspace reconfiguration) to maintain safe separation from manned aircraft, while still accounting for a certain level of air risk for manned aircraft.
The demonstration by UAS operators of the relevant tactical mitigations performance requirements (TMPR) to their competent authority that has provided the operational authorisation is still required. In the context of U-space, additional requirements complementing the defined SORA/TMPR in Regulation (EU) 2019/947 may be established by the Member State through the definition of the Uāspace performance requirements.
U-space airspace risk assessments for drone operations in the 'specific' category should apply a residual ARC-b risk level. This relies on tactical information services and airspace segregation to ensure safe separation from manned aircraft. Drone operators must demonstrate tactical mitigation performance to authorities, potentially facing additional U-space performance requirements set by member states.
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