A full pathway for entering or scaling in the UK drone market.

Mishcon de Reya delivers an end-to-end, outsourced drone compliance solution for organisations operating drones in the UK. In collaboration with Skyfarer Ltd, our offering ensures full regulatory compliance, operational safety, for drone operations across commercial, defence and security applications . Avoid costly delays, fines and operational stoppages with a trusted compliance partner.

Why choose Mishcon de Reya for drone compliance?

Expert drone regulatory compliance: Navigate complex UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Military Aviation Authority (MAA) requirements with confidence.
Cost-efficient outsourcing: Access a complete compliance department for less than the cost of a full-time compliance manager.
Legal assurance: Benefit from leading aviation and regulatory lawyers, ensuring your operations meet all legal standards.
Technical detail: Leverage the proven safety management systems and operational expertise.
Risk mitigation: Minimise the risk of failed audits, revoked authorisations, and regulatory penalties.
Accelerated approvals: Expedite SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) applications with support from industry experts.

Regulatory liaison

Management of all CAA/MAA communications and audit preparation.

Monthly pilot log reviews

Proactive review and feedback on pilot logs.

Quarterly pilot currency reviews

Verification of pilot licences and training currency.

Blended support

We blend proactive and reactive support from a bespoke team to support you on your journey to compliance.

Documentation updates

Regular updates to operational manuals and procedures.

Incident support

Independent investigation and reporting of incidents.

Safety management system access

Utilisation of industry-leading safety management framework.

Legal escalation

Direct access to Mishcon de Reya’s legal team for regulatory matters.

Core compliance

Suitable for: Small teams (VLOS, 1–3 pilots)

Advanced compliance

Suitable for: Medium operations (4–7 pilots, extended VLOS, limited BVLOS)

Enterprise compliance

Suitable for: Complex operations (BVLOS, offshore, non-segregated airspace, 8+ pilots)

COM software (coming soon)

Cloud-based compliance and operations management platform
Automated log reviews, pilot tracking, and audit preparation
Tier-based licensing

About Skyfarer

Skyfarer Ltd is committed to advancing drone technology to deliver meaningful solutions for society. Prioritising essential societal benefits, including medical deliveries and rapid response services.

Through the integration of advanced technology with practical applications, Skyfarer Ltd seeks to embed these services within routine operations, moving beyond isolated pilot projects.

Contact us

Ensure your drone operations are compliant, safe, and scalable. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and select the best compliance package for your organisation.