Advanced Professional Development Learning Course in Understanding BVLOS and BVLOS VM

Introduction

• Learning Objectives
  • Understand the core learning outcomes of the course, including BVLOS definitions, operational requirements, visual observer briefing requirements and Remote Pilot responsibilities.

Module 1: Introduction to BVLOS and BVLOS VM

• What is BVLOS and BVLOS VM?
  • Learn the difference between Visual Line of Sight, Beyond Visual Line of Sight with Visual Mitigation and Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations.
• What Do I Need?
  • Understand the requirements for BVLOS and BVLOS VM operations, including the need for a UK SORA-based Operational Authorisation from the UK Civil Aviation Authority.
• UK SORA Overview
  • Gain an introduction to the UK SORA framework, including Concept of Operations, Ground Risk Class, Air Risk Class, safety objectives and mitigation measures.

Module 2: Flying BVLOS and BVLOS VM

• Pre-Flight Actions

• • Learn the key actions required before conducting BVLOS or BVLOS VM operations, including flight planning, risk assessment, equipment checks, communication and coordination, NOTAMs, airspace authorisation and contingency planning.

• Visual Observer Briefings

• • Understand how visual observers support BVLOS VM operations and what the Remote Pilot must brief before the flight.

• Communication and Coordination

• • Learn why clear communication channels, agreed procedures and effective coordination are essential between the Remote Pilot, visual observers, ground personnel and any relevant airspace contacts.

• Equipment and Site Survey
  • Review important equipment considerations and understand how to survey the operating area, identify hazards, assess likely airspace users and prepare visual observers for their duties.

Module 3: In-Flight Procedures

• In-Flight Actions
  • Understand how visual observers assist the Remote Pilot during BVLOS VM operations by maintaining visual contact, reporting hazards and supporting safe decision-making.
• Observer Communication
  • Learn how standard communication protocols, position reporting, callsigns and clear instructions help reduce ambiguity during flight.
• Lost Voice Communications Procedure
  • Understand the actions to take if communication is lost between the Remote Pilot and visual observers, including agreed backup methods such as mobile phones, whistles or air horns.
• Lost Visual Contact Procedure
  • Learn the correct response if visual contact with the UA is lost, including the use of Return to Home where appropriate and the need to regain visual contact safely.
• Emergency and Abnormal Procedures
  • Review emergency voice procedures and abnormal situation management, including positioning equipment impairment, operating area limits and conflict with other airspace users.
• Crew Resource Management
  • Develop an understanding of CRM principles, including communication, listening, feedback, standard phraseology and effective crew participation.
• Maintaining Safety
  • Learn how Threat and Error Management helps crews identify threats, manage errors and prevent undesired UA states during advanced UAS operations.
• Decision Making
  • Understand structured decision-making through TDORDAR, including time, diagnosis, options, risk and benefit, decision, task assignment, review and risk assessment.

Module 4: Summary

• Summary
  • Review the key benefits and operational considerations of BVLOS VM, including the importance of briefing, communication, observer coordination and emergency preparedness.
• Knowledge Check
  • Test your understanding of BVLOS VM, operational permissions, communication backup methods, crew briefing requirements, CRM and WAATTS.
• Next Steps
  • Find out how to speak with Coptrz specialists about operating under BVLOS or BVLOS VM.

End of Course Exam

• Assess your understanding of the course material and validate your knowledge of BVLOS and BVLOS VM principles, including operational requirements, crew coordination, safety management and in-flight procedures.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes