AMC1 UAS.OPEN.030(2)(b) UAS operations in subcategory A2

• ED Decision 2022/002/R found in: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (2019/947 and 2019/945) Part-UAS (Jul 2024)

AMC1 UAS.OPEN.030(2)(b) UAS operations in subcategory A2 ED Decision 2022/002/R PRACTICAL-SKILLS SELF-TRAINING (a) The aim of the practical-skills self-training is to ensure that the remote pilot demonstrate at all times the ability to: (1) operate a class C2 UAS within its limitations; (2) complete all manoeuvres with smoothness and accuracy; (3) exercise good judgment and airmanship; (4) apply their theoretical knowledge; and (5) maintain control of the UA at all times in such a manner that the successful outcome of a procedure or manoeuvre is never seriously in doubt. (b) The remote pilot should complete the practical-skills self-training with a UAS that features the same flight characteristics (e.g. fixed wing, rotorcraft), control scheme (manual or automated, human–machine interface) and a similar weight as the UAS intended for use in the UAS operation. This implies the use of a UA with an MTOM of less than 4 kg and bearing the Class 2 identification label. (c) If a UAS with both manual and automated control schemes is used, the practical‑skills self‑training should be done with both control schemes. If a UAS has multiple automated features, the remote pilot should demonstrate proficiency with each automated feature. (d) The practical-skills self-training should contain at least flying exercises regarding take-off or launch and landing or recovery, precision flight manoeuvres remaining in a given airspace volume, hovering in all orientations or loitering around positions when applicable. In addition, the remote pilot should follow the contingency procedures for abnormal situations (e.g. a return-to-home function, if available), as stipulated in the user’s manual provided by the manufacturer. However, the remote pilot should only follow those contingency procedures that do not require the deactivation of the UAS functions that may reduce its safety level. ##### AMC1 UAS.OPEN.030(2)(b) UAS operations in subcategory A2 *ED Decision 2022/002/R* **PRACTICAL-SKILLS SELF-TRAINING** (a) The aim of the practical-skills self-training is to ensure that the remote pilot demonstrate at all times the ability to: (1) operate a class C2 UAS within its limitations; (2) complete all manoeuvres with smoothness and accuracy; (3) exercise good judgment and airmanship; (4) apply their theoretical knowledge; and (5) maintain control of the UA at all times in such a manner that the successful outcome of a procedure or manoeuvre is never seriously in doubt. (b) The remote pilot should complete the practical-skills self-training with a UAS that features the same flight characteristics (e.g. fixed wing, rotorcraft), control scheme (manual or automated, human–machine interface) and a similar weight as the UAS intended for use in the UAS operation. This implies the use of a UA with an MTOM of less than 4 kg and bearing the Class 2 identification label. (c) If a UAS with both manual and automated control schemes is used, the practical‑skills self‑training should be done with both control schemes. If a UAS has multiple automated features, the remote pilot should demonstrate proficiency with each automated feature. (d) The practical-skills self-training should contain at least flying exercises regarding take-off or launch and landing or recovery, precision flight manoeuvres remaining in a given airspace volume, hovering in all orientations or loitering around positions when applicable. In addition, the remote pilot should follow the contingency procedures for abnormal situations (e.g. a return-to-home function, if available), as stipulated in the user’s manual provided by the manufacturer. However, the remote pilot should only follow those contingency procedures that do not require the deactivation of the UAS functions that may reduce its safety level.