Specific · SAIL V–VI

SAIL V–VI — high risk and LUC Scope C

iGRC 7 and above: certification-level evidence, extended safety argumentation and a long-term LUC strategy.

  • iGRC 7+ — complex environment or heavy systems
  • LUC Scope C or transition to Certified
  • Processing often 6–18 months
  • Close coordination with the LBA and, where applicable, DFS
  • GDDC: roadmap, documentation, support

When do we talk about SAIL V–VI?

SAIL V–VI concerns scenarios with a high Intrinsic Ground Risk Class (iGRC 7+) — e.g. densely populated areas, heavy payloads or BVLOS with increased exposure.

The permit path leads via:

  • LUC Scope C or
  • transition into the Certified category (CS-UAS / type certification)

Practical tip

Many projects can be brought back down to SAIL IV through mitigations or site selection. Start with the permit finder and a ConOps check.

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