Consultation outcome: Future of transport regulatory review: future of flight

Seeks views on areas of flight regulation that are outdated, a barrier to innovation or not designed with new technologies and business models in mind.

Consultation outcome: Future of transport regulatory review: future of flight

Published: 18 September 2023
By Chris Haycock



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As a result of the consultation, we have created a joint government and industry group called the Future of Flight Industry Group (FFIG). It will develop and publish a Future of Flight Plan that will set out the strategic direction for the UK aviation industry.

When Parliamentary time allows, the Department for Transport (DfT) will take forward:

  • legislative changes to ensure limits for alcohol consumption when operating an unmanned aircraft system (UAS)
  • legislation for insurance requirements for UAS

We will also continue to review security requirements as new technology is developed to ensure that security standards are sufficient. DfT will work with the Civil Aviation Authority to develop and implement a strategy for remote identification in the UK.

Detail of feedback received

We received 60 responses to this consultation. A summary of public feedback is included in the consultation outcome.

Original consultation Summary Seeks views on areas of flight regulation that are


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