Criteria for the definition of capabilities, performance requirements, operational conditions and airspace constraints referred to in Article 3(4)

• Regulation (EU) 2021/664 found in: U-space (2021/664) (May 2024)

Criteria for the definition of capabilities, performance requirements, operational conditions and airspace constraints referred to in Article 3(4) Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/664 A. Criteria for the definition of UAS capabilities and performance requirements To determine the UAS capabilities and performance requirements in accordance with [Article 3(4)(a)](#_DxCrossRefBm1226739979), the Member States shall take the following criteria into account: 1. the expected UAS types of operations and manned traffic density; 2. existing airspace classification and structures; 3. the U-space services to be provided; 4. any other additional constraints. B Criteria for the definition of U-space services performance requirements To determine the U-space services performances requirements in accordance with [Article 3(4)(b)](#_DxCrossRefBm1226739979), the Member States shall take the following criteria into account: 1. Ground and air risk; 2. Geographical area overflown; 3. Known severe weather conditions; 4. Availability of infrastructure supporting U-space service C. Criteria for the definition of operational conditions and airspace constraints To determine the operational conditions and airspace constraints in accordance with [Article 3(4)(c)](#_DxCrossRefBm1226739979), the Member States shall take the following criteria into account: 1. *Operational conditions* a. Expected types of flight; b. Contingency and emergency procedures for UAS; c. The procedure between the U-space service providers and the relevant air traffic services units to coordinate the UAS flight authorisation request in controlled airspace; d. The procedures to disseminate dynamic airspace configuration in controlled airspace. 2. *Airspace constraints* a. The available capacity for UAS traffic; b. The available and planned capacity for manned aviation; c. Access of manned aviation to U-space airspace; d. Weather limitations for the use of the U-space airspace; Impact on aerodromes and other specific activities adjacent to the proposed U-space airspace.