Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) consultation (CAP1775), what discussions he has had with the British Model Flying Association on proposals to register model flying enthusiasts.

The new Aviation Minister, Baroness Vere, has met with senior representatives from the British Model Flying Association to discuss how they can work together to maintain and strengthen the UK’s strong aviation safety record. This is part of the Department’s ongoing engagement with all interested stakeholders on the regulation of unmanned aircraft.