Prepare the inputs for an RPA flight authorisation
Key facts
- Human involvement
- YellowClose supervision
- How AI is used
- From the operation the lawyer describes, list which published trigger applies, the height and distance figures, whether the operator holds a ReOC and the pilot a RePL, the operations manual and KML the lawyer has selected, and the NOTAM timing if an instrument will require one. The tool does not complete or send form 101-09.
- What the lawyer must review
- The lawyer decides whether an authorisation is required, completes form 101-09, attaches the documents, and sends it. Only the chief remote pilot of a ReOC holder can apply.
- Written for / version
- US
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Who does what
| Role | What they do |
|---|---|
| Assistance | From the operation the lawyer describes, list which published trigger applies, the height and distance figures, whether the operator holds a ReOC and the pilot a RePL, the operations manual and KML the lawyer has selected, and the NOTAM timing if an instrument will require one. The tool does not complete or send form 101-09. |
| Lawyer | Set the scope, supervise the work closely, verify every part relied on, resolve omissions and exceptions, and approve the exact output. |
Checklist
- Match each claimed trigger to the list on the CASA flight approvals page, including height above 120 metres and the 5.5 kilometre aerodrome cases.
- Confirm the applicant is the chief remote pilot of a ReOC holder, and that a RePL is held, before the form is sent.
- If a NOTAM is required, check the request is lodged at least 48 hours before the operation in Airservices business hours, and that the fee estimate is still inside its 30 days.
Sources
- CASA: Flight approvals and permissions · 2026-10-22
These are suggested working checks. Confirm the required checking with the responsible lawyer before work starts; the checking approach does not establish permission to use AI.