16AApproval for a remotely piloted aircraft

16A Approval for a remotely piloted aircraft

(1) The owner or operator of an RPA may apply to the Secretary for approval for the aircraft to engage in air navigation. (2) An applicant must give the Secretary such information relating to the aircraft as is reasonably required by the Secretary for a proper consideration of the application. (3) The Secretary may, by written notice given to the applicant, approve the application. (4) If the Secretary approves the application, the Secretary must include in the approval: (a) the period during which the aircraft may engage in air navigation; and (b) any conditions with which the applicant must comply. (5) The Secretary may revoke the approval if: (a) the aircraft is operated in contravention of a condition set out in the approval; or (b) the engagement of the aircraft in air navigation has had, and is likely to continue to have, a significant noise impact on the public. (6) If the Secretary decides to not approve the application, or to revoke the approval, the Secretary must give written notice of the decision, and the reasons for the decision, to the applicant.