New drone rules: Theory test required before flying

But before getting it up in the air, they will now need to complete a theory test and get a Flyer ID, if their drone weighs ...
Dronelife

UK Drone Rules Overhaul: Mandatory Theory Tests and IDs From 2026

New UK drone regs take effect January 1, 2026. Most outdoor pilots must pass a theory test for a Flyer ID, register for an Operator ID.

Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside

The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.
The Scotsman

Driving theory test: expert’s tips for passing, from practice questions to learning the Highway Code

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Driving theory test pass rates 'hit record low': Learners now have just a 44.2% chance of success

The pass rate for driving theory tests is at its 'lowest point in history', according to a new report. Learners' chances of passing their theory test have dropped by a third since 2007/08 from 65.4 ...