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PFCO (Permission for Commercial Operations) from CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) is a crucial certification for drone pilots looking to operate commercially in the UK.
A PFCO is a permission granted by the CAA that allows a drone operator to conduct commercial operations.
Holding a valid PFCO ensures that a drone pilot is legally allowed to perform commercial tasks, giving confidence to clients and meeting regulatory requirements.
To obtain a PFCO, drone pilots need to undergo proper training, pass theoretical exams, create an operations manual, and prove their competence to the CAA.
The CAA has introduced Operational Authorisation (OA) as the new standard instead of PFCO. Drone pilots need to transition to OA by applying through the CAA and meeting the updated requirements.
