Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hey everyone! Ever since the recent news that drone class markings aka ‘C labels’, are coming to the UK, we have had a lot of questions from you surrounding how the switch from EU to UK labels might work and what that means for the drones you already own. We have gained clear and concise answers from the UK CAA to answer the top questions. Join Sean as he breaks down and analyses the CAA comments.
Check out our UK Drone Rules 2026 playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVV70eK4gSvcdEejgazDz0jMJfi0RIKO6&si=EEBFdYqTWH0N19wl
Chapters:
00:00 - 00:24 Introduction - CAA explain UK drone labels
00:25 - 00:54 What are C/UK labels - recap
00:55 - 01:31 The confusion and the questions
01:32 - 03:02 EU/UK drone label answers!
03:03 - 03:09 What this means for UK drones
03:10 - 03:29 Do Drone Manufacturers Know about UK labels?
03:30 - 04:15 Summary and analysis of the CAA comments
04:16 - 04:30 SEAN OUT!
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Sean Hickey, founder of Geeksvana and main channel presenter is a UK registered journalist who seeks to provide accurate information on what is an often misquoted and misrepresented industry and hobby. Sean currently holds certificates from the UK Civil Aviation Authority, including both the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC) and the General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC). Flying all sizes of multirotor aircraft from the small DJI Mini 2 to larger aircraft including the DJI Inspire series for both hobby flights and commercial work.
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Hey everyone! Ever since the recent news that drone class markings aka ‘C labels’, are coming to the UK, we have had a lot of questions from you surrounding how the switch from EU to UK labels might work and what that means for the drones you already own. We have gained clear and concise answers from the UK CAA to answer the top questions. Join Sean as he breaks down and analyses the CAA comments.
Check out our UK Drone Rules 2026 playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVV70eK4gSvcdEejgazDz0jMJfi0RIKO6&si=EEBFdYqTWH0N19wl
Chapters:
00:00 - 00:24 Introduction - CAA explain UK drone labels
00:25 - 00:54 What are C/UK labels - recap
00:55 - 01:31 The confusion and the questions
01:32 - 03:02 EU/UK drone label answers!
03:03 - 03:09 What this means for UK drones
03:10 - 03:29 Do Drone Manufacturers Know about UK labels?
03:30 - 04:15 Summary and analysis of the CAA comments
04:16 - 04:30 SEAN OUT!
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⏩ Subscribe to Geeksvana for more content like this! Click here:
youtube.com/Geeksvana
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Twitter: twitter.com/geeksvana
Instagram: instagram.com/geeksvana
Facebook: facebook.com/geeksvana
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📄 ABOUT GEEKSVANA:
Geeksvana is a YouTube channel focused on drones, or as you might call them UAS, (Uncrewed Aerial Systems). We cover all types of drones from hobbyist to commercial, with a focus on drone rules and future flight. Primarily a news channel looking to bring our audience the latest news, leaks and information on the drone world – we also provide how to guides and reviews on products. Geeksvana is an independent source of news and guidance.
Sean Hickey, founder of Geeksvana and main channel presenter is a UK registered journalist who seeks to provide accurate information on what is an often misquoted and misrepresented industry and hobby. Sean currently holds certificates from the UK Civil Aviation Authority, including both the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC) and the General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC). Flying all sizes of multirotor aircraft from the small DJI Mini 2 to larger aircraft including the DJI Inspire series for both hobby flights and commercial work.
________________________________________________
♣️ BECOME A MEMBER!
You can become a channel member and enjoy a range of benefits including custom emojis in live chat and comments. You can also join regular video meetups exclusively available to members. Find out how you can show your direct support of the Geeksvana channel from just 0.99p/c per month! Click here:
youtube.com/channel/UCAc1LjZTCMOsPtBLIzWTpMQ/join
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📹 GEEKSVANA STUDIOS
We work with clients to produce a range of high-quality video content for their own social media accounts. From training videos and internal support content to YouTube content and live streaming events, Geeksvana Studios can provide a cost-effective solution. With studio space available we also have a team of male and female presenters available if required. Find out more here:
https://www.geeksvana.com.
________________________________________________
🛩️ DRONE SERVICES
Geeksvana Studios can also offer you a range of drone services. From data capture to videography or event coverage, we have a range of aircraft and A2 CofC and GVC qualified operators to complete the task. For more information, visit: https://www.geeksvana.com.
________________________________________________
📰 GOT A STORY?
Have a news story you would like to send us? Something you want to discuss? Email sean@geeksvana.com
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©️ Geeksvana 2022. This content is subject to copyright and represents original work. No permission to copy, rebroadcast or otherwise distribute is provided. For more please visit: geeksvana.com
