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Drone Flight Log Template for Excel (Free Download, 2026)
A free Excel flight log for commercial drone operators with sheets for flights, pilots, aircraft and maintenance, built around the records EASA lists for the specific category.
Dronedesk vs UAV-Planner: A Comparison for European Operators (2026)
Dronedesk and UAV-Planner compared for commercial drone operators in Europe, covering what each is built for, price, airspace coverage in Norway, flight logging and where the data is stored, with a source for every claim.
DroneLogbook vs UAV-Planner: A Comparison for European Operators (2026)
DroneLogbook and UAV-Planner compared for commercial drone operators in Europe, covering price, flight log import, certificates, company structure and where the data is stored, with a source for every claim.
Denmark's expected electronic drone logbook rule from 2027
From 1 January 2027, Danish drone operators are expected to have to present an electronic logbook to the police on demand. Here is what the proposed rules mean in practice and how to prepare.
SORA for Drone Operators: A Practical Guide (2026)
Flying BVLOS, above 120 metres, or near people means a SORA. Here is the methodology step by step, what changed in SORA 2.5, and how the authorisation process actually works.
Drone Restriction Zones in Norway: Rules and Permissions (2026)
Where you cannot fly a drone in Norway – the 5 km airport rule, prisons, nature reserves, R-102 over Oslo, built-up areas, kindergartens, and drone privacy rules.
Getting Started With Drone Flying in Norway (2026)
A practical guide for foreigners and new drone pilots in Norway – registration, categories, airspace rules, insurance, and privacy requirements explained in English.
How to Track Drone Flight Hours and Pilot Qualifications (2026)
Best practices for tracking flight hours and managing pilot certifications in commercial drone operations, with tips for automation and audit readiness.
Drone Fleet Management: A Practical Guide (2026)
A practical 2026 guide to drone fleet management — when to move beyond Excel, which KPIs matter, operator roles, compliance workflows, and how to stay audit-ready at scale.
EASA Compliance Checklist for Drone Operators (2026)
Prepare for 2026 regulatory inspections and customer audits with a practical compliance checklist covering flight logs, pilot certificates, equipment records, and the documentation auditors expect from commercial drone operators.
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