#ATDA2504754AOrder of February 17, 2025 Relating to the Conditions for the Use of Ultralight Motorized Aircraft (ULM)
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The law established by the Arrêté du 17 février 2025 outlines the conditions and regulations for the use of ultralight motorized aircraft (ULM) in France. It includes definitions of key terms such as accidents, activities for remuneration, safety measures, pilot responsibilities, and operation standards for ULMs. It aims to ensure safety in aviation by mandating pilot qualifications, aircraft maintenance, equipment requirements, and adherence to operational protocols, particularly when conducting commercial flights.
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Key Changes
- New definitions for accidents and specific ULM activities
- Mandates pilot qualifications and responsibilities
- Introduces safety equipment and operational standards
Obligations
What this law requires
All ULM pilots must obtain and maintain a pilot license/certificate (brevet et licence de pilote ULM) that specifies the class of ULM being operated, or hold an equivalent title acceptable to the minister responsible for civil aviation
The pilot in command is solely responsible for all pilot duties and cannot delegate these responsibilities to any other person on board, regardless of their aeronautical qualifications, except for instructors during training or proficiency check flights
ULM operators conducting paid activities (commercial flights including passenger transport, discovery flights, or special activities) must maintain documentation and comply with all operational requirements specific to the activity type being conducted
All ULM aircraft must be maintained in accordance with the usage documentation (dossier d'utilisation) which includes both a user manual and maintenance manual
All occupants of a ULM must wear a safety restraint device (ceinture de sécurité or harnais de sécurité) consisting of dual straps, attachment hardware, and an adjustment system