Drone law Jan 2026 change.
We have made a 1 page flyer for your reference so you can see the impact on your production of UK laws coming into line with Europe.
There are quite a few differences to previous rules including the addition of remote ID.
But the main takeaway that is good is the raising of the C1 class mass to <900g.
This means that broadcast quality drones like the Mavic 3 Cine can be flown under the same rules as a C0 drone.
Why hiring a C1-DRONE specialist keeps your shoot safe, legal, and cinematic
C1 drones (like the Mavic 3 Cine) let us film legally and safely close to people — often without requiring extra permissions.
This means smoother shooting days, lower costs, and shots that bulkier drones legally cannot achieve.
- Aerial Cinematography Drama and Corporate. (4K & 5K)
- Inspection & Survey Flights
**Our Professional Documentation:** Every project is backed by full EC785/2004 commercial insurance, Operator & Flyer IDs, and job-specific Risk Assessments & Method Statements. **Pre-Flight Protocol:** Includes NOTAM checks, site surveys, and detailed distance logs
Brian Barnes Pilot Qualifications:
• Flyer ID & Operator ID – Current
• A2 CofC – Current
• GVC – Valid indefinitely
• OA – Previously held, can be reinstated
Future-Proofing (Post 2026):
C1 and C2 drones remain fully compliant for operations close to people under the 2026 framework.
Existing fleet remains compliant.
We can hire other aircraft if needed creatively.
Don’t forget about the drone law 2026.