Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe

This comprehensive book presents a unique and in depth overview of the regulatory frameworks governing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) across 11 European jurisdictions. It emphasises the complex and evolving nature of aviation law as it is applied to UAS technology and demonstrates the need for a more cohesive legal framework in this sector.

Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe focuses on EU, international and domestic law, with leading experts providing an examination of how EU regulations shape national frameworks and the applicability of international law to UAS. Detailed case studies from across Europe highlight current regulatory approaches and future legal challenges, advocating for adaptive legislation to keep pace with technological advancements in autonomous UAS technology.

This book is indispensable to scholars and legal practitioners in European law, aviation law, and technology law. Policymakers and regulatory bodies will also find this a crucial guide for integrating global practices into their domestic legislation. Additionally, industry stakeholders in the aerospace and UAS sectors will greatly benefit from its practical insights.

Edited by Jacques Hartmann, Dundee Law School, University of Dundee, UK, Benjamyn I. Scott, Steven Truxal, Leiden University, the Netherlands, Andrea Bertolini, Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, Italy and Anna Masutti, University of Bologna, Italy, and Partner, RP legalitax