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Confusingly, this page implies that you always need Flyer + Operator ID even for <250g drones.

https://www.caa.co.uk/Consumers/Unmanned-aircraft/Recreation...

I believe it’s because a UAV is only called a ‘drone’ in these regulations if it’s at least 250g.

I agree the rules are annoyingly confusing and the information is spread piecemeal over multiple documents. They should fix that.

Are there any drones without a camera? How would you even fly it?

I mean......RC helicopters have existed for decades and are far harder to control than drones.

Look at the insanity that is possible with training and skill, no cameras needed: https://youtu.be/PptMrBFAO-A

Most drones didn't have a camera for many years. You fly it visually. And even if you have a camera you have to be in line of sight anyway.

under US hobbyist drone rules, you are required to maintain line of sight at all times. if you need a camera to fly the drone, you are probably breaking the rules.

ah yeah there's a camera so would need to get an operator ID. Thanks!