Glossary
Drone compliance terms, explained simply
General explanations to help you read job briefs and pilot profiles. They are not legal definitions — always confirm current requirements with CAAM, JUPEM or the relevant agency.
- RCoC-B — Remote Pilot Certificate of Competency – Basic
- A CAAM certificate showing a remote pilot has completed approved training and assessment. Commercial drone work generally requires it. CAAM official site
- UASOC — Unmanned Aircraft System Operator Certificate
- A CAAM approval for organisations that run certain types of drone operations. Whether you need one depends on the kind of operation — check CAAM's current guidance. CAAM official site
- UAWC — Unmanned aircraft aerial-work approval (as used on this site)
- Refers to the CAAM approval associated with specialised aerial work such as agricultural spraying. Exact naming and scope are set by CAAM — confirm with them before flying. CAAM official site
- ATF — Authorisation to Fly
- A flight-specific permission from CAAM for a planned operation. Apply well ahead of time; complex airspace usually takes longer. CAAM official site
- APK — JUPEM aerial photography / spatial data permit
- A permit associated with JUPEM for capturing aerial photographs or geospatial data of Malaysian territory, typically for mapping and survey work. Requirements vary by project. JUPEM official site
- CGSO — Chief Government Security Office
- The government security office whose clearance may be needed when imagery covers classified or strategic premises. CGSO official site
- CAD 601 — Civil Aviation Directive 601
- CAAM's directive setting the rules for unmanned aircraft systems operations in Malaysia. CAAM official site