ESC
Electronic Speed Control
EMI
Electronic Magnetic Interference. When an electronic device enters the vicinity of an electromagnetic field in the radio frequency spectrum of another device, EMI can be caused. This is a type of disturbance that can affect the control of the UAV by the pilot.
EASA
European Aviation Safety Agency - responsible for safety legislation in civil aviation across Europe. It carries out certification, regulation and standardisation as well as being in charge of investigation and monitoring.
DJI
DJI - the world's leading manufacturer of drones based in China and thought to have manufactured more than two thirds of civil drones currently in use.
CoG
Centre of Gravity
CF
Carbon Fibre - commonly used material in construction of drone because of it's strength and quality of being lightweight.
CAP
Civil Aviation Publication. Items published by the CAA all referenced with a unique number
CAA
Civil Aviation Authority. The CAA came into being as an independent regulator and public corporation in 1972, before which a body known as the Air Registration Board was responsible for regulating aviation.
BVLOS
Beyond Visual Line of Sight. Generally a pilot is legally obligated to keep their aircraft in their line of sight, that is visible to the pilot with the naked eye. Legislation is in motion to allow pilots to fly beyond their line of sight which is seen as key to unlocking services such as drone delivery.
BMFA
British Model Flying Association. The BMFA is the National Governing Body for the sport of model flying. Its aims are to promote, protect, organise and encourage model flying within the UK
