● 30 October 2024 ● All members

Master Drone Regulations and Safety: Expert Workshops with the Danish CAA

Discover the essentials of drone regulations and operational safety with these expertly curated workshops hosted together with the Danish CAA (Trafikstyrelsen). Whether you're new to the drone industry or looking to deepen your knowledge, these sessions are tailored to equip you with the crucial insights and skills required to navigate the complex world of drone legislation and compliance.

Workshop 1: Drone Permits 101: Regulations, Conditions, and Categories

In this workshop, we will delve into the general conditions, categories, and permits that you, as a newcomer to the drone industry, need to be aware of. This workshop is specifically designed for those who are new to the drone industry and wish to gain a solid foundation in drone flight regulations and practices, as well as those seeking a brush-up on the latest updates and requirements.

Overview of Legislation

National and international laws and regulations
Responsibilities and consequences of violations

Permits and Licenses

Review of the necessary permits
How to apply for a permit
The application process from a business perspective

Safety and Risk Management

General introduction to the implementation of risk management and procedures
Implementation, education, and training of personnel
Examples of best practices and case studies from the industry

Participants will leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of the regulatory requirements and conditions associated with drone flight, as well as knowledge on how to navigate the permit application process.

Target Group

Companies / Startups new to the drone industry who wish to gain a solid foundation in regulations and practices.
Academics researching areas related to drone applications or technologies who seek a basic understanding of the regulatory aspects.
Companies with experience in the industry that want to catch up and stay informed about new initiatives and frameworks.

Workshop 2: SORA & C Marking: Application Process and Unmarked Flight Operations

This is an in-depth session for drone enthusiasts and professionals who want to understand the complex processes related to SORA and the so-called C-marking for drones. We will also explore what you can fly without the necessary marking.

Introduction

What is SORA and why is it important?
C1, C2, and C3 categories

SORA Application Process

Overview of the process for performing a SORA
How to identify and assess risks in specific operations
What is required once you have obtained a SORA

C-Marking or Not

Requirements and complexities of C-marking
Examples of operations and challenges

Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of how to navigate the SORA process, the requirements for C-marking, and what is permitted when you do not have the necessary marking.

Target Group

Companies already working within the drone industry that need to understand the complex processes related to SORA and C-marking. This can include individuals responsible for performing risk assessments and applying for permits for specific drone operations.
Startups/End users that need to understand the regulatory requirements and processes to develop their business model and product to obtain the necessary permits.

Participation

Join the workshops and remember to sign up before the deadline 2 September at 08:00!

The cost of participation depends on your membership status:

For paying members: Free, as payment with de minimis is possible. You will receive de minimis support in the amount of DKK 1,000.
For non-paying members: DKK 2,000 for the day, including lunch.
For non-members: DKK 2,000 for the day, including lunch.

09:30
Arrival and network
10:00
Workshop 1
12:00
Lunch and network
13:00
Workshop 2
15:00
Thank you for today

Partner Declaration
When participating in this program, a partner declaration must be completed and signed before the commencement of project work. The partner declaration serves as documentation of your participation in the project, and is also used as the basis for any disbursement of support for your activities therein. This form only needs to be filled out once and applies to all workshops.

Time Registration
During your participation in the program, you are required to continuously fill out time registrations regarding the time you have spent on the project. Your time registrations serve as documentation in the project accounts and are also used as the basis for any disbursement of support. Your time registration should clearly indicate the tasks you have performed in the project, including the amount of time spent on each task. The tasks should be relevant to the project and necessary for its completion.

De Minimis
When participating in this project at Odense Robotics and receiving de minimis support (state aid), there is a requirement for you to fill out a de minimis declaration to receive this support.

Upon participation in this project, you will receive de minimis support in the amount of DKK 1000. This amount should be stated in the declaration along with the indication of any previously received de minimis support. The declaration is used as documentation to confirm your eligibility to receive the support

Photos and participant list:

Please note that photos will be taken throughout the event. Odense Robotics will use these for marketing and publicity of our initiatives on our website, in social media and in any third party publication. Upon request, participant email list can be shared with participants and event partners.

Please contact us if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempted from these activities.

Odense Robotics is co-funded by the Danish Board of Business Development, the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science and the European Union, as well as a broad range of projects and partnerships.

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