Title: Unmanned Aircraft Systems — Training for Personnel Involved in UAS Operations

The ISO 23665:2023 standard defines international requirements for the training and qualification of personnel involved in unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations.

Key Contents

• Scope: Specifies the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for UAS pilots and training organizations.
• Normative References: Cross-references other UAS standards such as ISO 21384-3 and ISO 21895.
• Terms and Abbreviations: Standardized definitions (e.g. VLOS, BVLOS, r-PIC).
• Training Organization: Requirements for documentation, instructor qualification, safety, emergency procedures and record-keeping.
• Training Resources: Specifies teaching materials, equipment and methods for theory and practice.
• Annex A: Defines detailed course structure for Visual Line-of-Sight (VLOS) pilot training, including competencies and curriculum design.

Significance

The standard provides a globally recognized framework for UAS training, supports international recognition of qualifications and enhances safety and quality across UAS operations.